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Viva Variety! Join Nancy Reid & Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the 'Love Your Parks Tour' and publishers of eight different digital Big Blend Magazines.
Step inside one of Oklahoma City’s most remarkable historic restorations with Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Podcast.
In Part 1 of our three-part Oklahoma City series, Travel Journalist Terri Guthrie takes us inside The National Hotel, a luxurious Marriott Autograph Collection property housed within Oklahoma City’s historic First National Center.
Originally opened in 1931 as First National Bank, this Art Deco and Neoclassical landmark has been transformed into a sophisticated hotel while preserving its soaring Great Hall, historic murals, marble columns, original architectural details, and massive bank vault — now home to The Vault cocktail bar.
Recorded on-site at The National, this episode also features Terri’s conversations with Amanda Clark, Director of Sales & Catering, who shares the building’s history and restoration, and Chef Jason Jonilonis, Director of Culinary, who talks about the hotel’s restaurants, dining experiences, Stock & Bond Steakhouse, and the impressive beverage program.
We explore the Great Hall, Tellers, Stock & Bond, The Gilded Acorn, The Vault, the hotel’s guest rooms and Presidential Suite, its weekend high teas, shopping and amenities, and why The National is more than a hotel — it’s a destination within downtown Oklahoma City.
The episode also highlights Oklahoma City as an easy getaway from the Dallas-Fort Worth area and a walkable destination filled with museums, parks, gardens, dining, culture, and entertainment. What a way to celebrate America 250 and American Adventures Month (August)!
Plan your stay: https://www.thenationalokc.com/
Stay tuned for more of Terri’s Oklahoma City adventures!
🏨 Visit The National Hotel: https://www.thenationalokc.com/
🎙️ Travel with Terri: https://www.travelwithterri.com/
📻 Travel with Terri airs every other Tuesday: https://www.travelwithterri.com/podcast
📰 The Luxe Explorer Magazine: https://www.travelwithterri.com/magazine
🌎 Travel with Terri highlights on Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/t/terri-guthrie
Celebrate American Adventures Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Jo Goes Everywhere!” travel podcast featuring writer Jo Clark who takes us into the wild and wonderful world of Audubon’s Francis Beidler Forest Center and Sanctuary in Harleyville, South Carolina—an extraordinary old-growth forest and swamp ecosystem filled with ancient trees, wildlife, birds, waterways, and fascinating history.
Jo shares her experience exploring this remarkable sanctuary, which is home to 1,000-year-old bald cypress trees, more than 150 bird species, hundreds of vertebrate and plant species, alligators, and other unique wildlife. The conversation also explores the history behind the forest, including the Santee River Cypress Lumber Company and how land once threatened by logging was ultimately preserved. The sanctuary and nearby Congaree National Park trace part of their history to the same former timberland holdings.
The episode also highlights the many ways visitors can experience the forest, from its elevated boardwalk and guided bird walks to seasonal paddling, nighttime excursions, UV flashlight adventures, and spectacular synchronized firefly viewing. Jo explains why timing your visit matters, including how spring's higher water levels can make kayaking possible and how different seasons offer different wildlife experiences.
Accessibility and trip planning are also part of the conversation, including available wheelchairs and binoculars, nearby lodging at Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Santee, dining at the long-established Clark's Restaurant, and the importance of checking current hours and booking special programs in advance.
Whether you're interested in nature travel, birding, wildlife, South Carolina road trips, old-growth forests, conservation, or unique outdoor adventures, this episode offers plenty of inspiration—and another destination to add to Jo's ever-growing travel list.
📖 Read Jo's companion article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/audubon-francis-beidler-forest-center-sanctuary
📖 Check out Jo's New "JO GOES EVERYWHERE!" Digital Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/kkbr/
📲 Follow Jo:
https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ | https://recipestravelculture.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JoGoesEverywhere
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaveGlassWillTravel/
🎧 New episodes air every 2nd Sunday. Listen:
https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, World Champion horse trainer Christy Wood kicks off Volume 2 with the letter A, exploring Action & Agility and what these qualities reveal about a horse's movement, balance, conformation, and athletic ability.
Christy explains why observing a horse in motion is so important—whether you're evaluating a horse before purchase, watching it move freely, observing it on the lunge line, or seeing it under saddle. She discusses how proper conformation, alignment, hoof placement, balance, and physical structure all contribute to a horse's ability to move efficiently and stay sound.
The conversation also explores the importance of “form to function” and choosing a horse that matches its intended purpose and the rider's needs. A horse suited for trail riding may have different athletic requirements than one destined for jumping, racing, rodeo, or other demanding disciplines.
Christy also shares insights into evaluating horses remotely through video and why having a trained eye can make a difference when purchasing a horse.
🔗 EXPLORE MORE
📖 Check out Volume 1 of the ABC's of Horses Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ABCS-OF-HORSES/
📚 Connect with Christy & get her books: http://wdnhorse.com
🎧 Listen to more episodes of the ABC's of Horses Podcast:
https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
Celebrate the flavors of late summer with Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, as she shares delicious ways to elevate sandwiches, charcuterie boards, brunches, and everyday meals using gourmet pickles, preserves, fruit butters, salsas, olives, local honey, and more.
From peach butter and cherry butter to stuffed olives, pickled vegetables, artisan salsas, and classic peanut butter combinations, discover easy entertaining ideas and creative flavor pairings perfect for National Sandwich Month, National Peach Month, and National Goat Cheese Month.
Donna also shares memories of homemade peaches, favorite sandwich combinations, charcuterie inspiration, freeze-dried ice cream updates, and simple ways to create gourmet meals without spending hours in the kitchen.
Learn more about The Peanut Patch:
https://thepeanutpatch.com
Listen to more episodes: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
Browse Donna's FREE "Wine & Bites" digital recipe magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/fmlb/
Wrap up summer with an unforgettable adventure in California's Sequoia Country, home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, the Giant Sequoia National Monument, and the welcoming communities of Tulare County.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California's Sequoia Country" podcast, discover family-friendly attractions, outdoor adventures, seasonal produce, and exciting community events that make late summer one of the best times to visit. Learn about the National Park Service's 110th anniversary celebration, Junior Ranger Day, the upcoming Dark Sky Festival, scenic shuttle services, Crystal Cave, Mineral King, farmers markets, golf, museums, and local dining experiences.
Whether you're planning one last summer getaway or looking ahead to a quieter fall escape, this episode shares travel tips, park highlights, and local experiences for visitors of all ages.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:
Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
* Shannon Schroth – Exeter Chamber of Commerce: https://www.exeterchamber.com/
📍 PLAN YOUR VISIT: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen to more California's Sequoia Country podcast episodes: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-s-sequoia-country-podcast
📖 Explore Big Blend Radio's "California's Sequoia Country" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-s-sequoia-country-magazine
📡 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels.
Celebrate National Peach Month with this delicious episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy!" Podcast. Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona, explores why peaches and wine are one of summer's most enjoyable pairings.
Peggy shares vineyard updates as harvest season approaches, discusses how changing weather impacts vineyards around the world, and explains how "stone fruit" aromas and flavors naturally develop in wines like Viognier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Syrah, and Malbec. Learn how these fruit-forward characteristics influence wine tasting and how to pair wines with fresh peaches and seasonal dishes.
Plus, Peggy shares her flavorful Peach Chutney Salsa recipe, along with creative serving ideas for grilled chicken, pork, seafood, appetizers, and summertime entertaining.
🍑 Get Peggy's Peach Chutney Salsa recipe:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/peggys-peach-chutney-salsa-recipe
🍷 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
🎧 Follow Wine Time with Peggy: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
📖 Explore Big Blend's "Wine & Bites" Digital Podcast & Recipe Magazine featuring Peggy Fiandaca of LDV Winery, with wine pairing guides, recipes, entertaining tips, and more: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/fmlb/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast, award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz shares highlights from her unforgettable small ship cruise through Greece and Italy aboard Windstar Cruises' Star Legend. Sailing the "A Piece of Greece, A Slice of Italy" itinerary, Sharon explains why small ship cruising offers a more relaxed, immersive, and personalized way to experience the Mediterranean.
From docking steps away from charming ports and exploring picturesque villages at your own pace to savoring local cuisine, breathtaking coastal scenery, and attentive onboard service, Sharon discusses what sets boutique-style cruising apart from larger cruise ships. She also shares why traveling during the shoulder season offers fewer crowds, pleasant weather, and excellent value.
Whether you're dreaming of your first Mediterranean cruise or looking for a slower, more intimate way to travel, this episode is filled with practical tips and inspiring experiences.
📝 Read Sharon's "Small Ship Cruising the Mediterranean" article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/small-ship-cruising-the-mediterranean
⛵ Learn more about Windstar Cruises:
https://www.windstarcruises.com/
📖 Check out the Big Blend Radio "Wander the World" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/gyoy/#p=1
🌍 Learn more about travel writer & photographer Sharon K. Kurtz:
https://sharonkkurtz.com
🎙️ Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST:
https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
Steve and Karen Wilson of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast take Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast to HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm, where owners Jennifer and Jason Robbins have built a horse-centered healing retreat on a former century-old family farm.
Jennifer shares how a solo retreat to Costa Rica at 50 — working with horses through groundwork, not riding — taught her more in a few days than 20 years of therapy, and how that experience became the blueprint for HapBE Valley. Jason talks about leaving a 21-year business behind to build something more meaningful, and shares a vulnerable personal story from his own first time working with a horse in front of a group.
They walk through what makes HapBE Valley different: Reiki sessions with horses, guided horse meditations down in the pasture, private "just be with the horses" appointments with no agenda, and multi-day retreats — including their long-running Equine Self Discovery program and a brand-new retreat built around Kelly McDaniel's "Mother Hunger" work on attachment and generational trauma. They also touch on their corporate herd-dynamics program and why Asheville, with its music and wellness culture, was the right home for the farm.
🐴 Learn more and book a visit: https://hapbevalley.com/
🏡 Stay at The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville's Montford Historic District: https://www.lion-rose.com/
🎧 LISTEN: Check out the NEW Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ADVENTURES-IN-ASHEVILLE/
New episodes air every 1st Tuesday: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Table & Compass" Podcast, hosts Lisa D. Smith, Joelle Machia, and Ryan Slough welcome acclaimed author, naturalist, explorer, and photographer James Michael Dorsey for an inspiring conversation about protecting indigenous cultures, wildlife, and global heritage through respectful travel, education, and storytelling.
Drawing from decades of travel to more than 60 countries, James shares remarkable firsthand experiences with remote indigenous communities, endangered languages, threatened wildlife, and fragile ecosystems. Together, the panel explores how responsible travel, cultural understanding, and international cooperation can help preserve our shared human and natural heritage while supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The conversation also examines UNESCO World Heritage Sites, biodiversity conservation, the impact of war on people and landscapes, sustainable tourism, disappearing oral traditions, and why every traveler can help become a steward of culture, history, and nature.
Learn more about James Michael Dorsey, his books, photography, and global work: https://jamesmichaeldorseyauthor.com/
Listen to the Big Blend Radio "Before They Vanish" Podcast with James Michael Dorsey: https://before-they-vanish.podbean.com/
Learn more about Joelle Machia & Ryan Slough, Founders & PUblishers of Wanderers Compass: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
Learn more about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
https://sdgs.un.org/goals
Explore Big Blend Radio and Big Blend Magazines:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
New episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Table &Compass" Podcast air every first Monday, here: https://table-and-compass.podbean.com/
What if just a few intentional minutes each day could transform your relationships?
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday" Show, transformational life coach and author Shelley Whizin, the "Live & Die Happy Coach," shares the inspiration behind her new "21-Day Relationship Reset – A Guided Experience," a simple yet powerful practice designed to help couples, families, friends, and even individuals reconnect through daily acts of love, kindness, and appreciation.
Inspired by her "Daily Love Vows," Shelley explains how small, consistent shifts can create lasting change. From leaving thoughtful notes and playing together to practicing gratitude, listening with intention, and tending the "garden" of your relationships, this guided experience encourages participants to strengthen connections one day at a time.
Whether you're looking to rekindle romance, deepen friendships, strengthen family bonds, or cultivate greater self-love, this episode offers practical inspiration for bringing more joy, presence, and compassion into your everyday life.
❤️ Learn more about Shelley's 21-Day Relationship Reset – A Guided Experience: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/coaching-programs/21-day-relationship-reset
🌐 Visit Shelley's website: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/
📰 Follow Shelley on Substack: https://shelleywhizin.substack.com
🎙️ Listen to Shelley's Podcast: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/podcast
🎧 More from Big Blend Radio: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
Celebrate American Artists Appreciation Month with another edition of Big Blend Radio's American Jukebox! Every first Sunday, award-winning singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer joins Lisa D. Smith to explore the music, artists, and stories that celebrate America's rich musical heritage as part of the nationwide America 250 celebration.
This month's playlist shines a spotlight on influential American artists whose music has shaped generations. Johnny and Lisa discuss legendary and groundbreaking performers including Laura Nyro, Sam Cooke, Keb' Mo', Zakiya Hooker, Makana, and Shelley King, while also highlighting the many artists they've inspired. Along the way, they explore blues, soul, Americana, gospel, protest music, regional influences, collaboration, and the enduring power of great songwriting.
🎵 Hear the music! The complete American Jukebox experience—including the featured songs—is available on Mixcloud. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, or your favorite podcast platform, follow along with the companion Spotify playlist featuring today's selections plus many more musical discoveries.
Listen with the Music: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/american-jukebox-celebrating-american-artists
🎧 Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3m3TvV7PlVXyBcl34DH1pR?si=e84afe08ee9b4396
🎙️ Explore all American Jukebox episodes:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/t/american-jukebox
🎵 Johnny Schaefer:
https://hearjohnny.com/
🏠 Big Blend Media House:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
New episodes air every first Sunday as Johnny and Lisa continue celebrating the songs, artists, and stories that define America's musical legacy through the America 250 celebration leading up to July 4, 2027.
Discover what's fresh for late summer with Robert Schueller of Melissa's Produce, who joins Linda Kissam, "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," on Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast to share seasonal produce favorites, healthy snack ideas, and creative ways to make the most of late-summer flavors.
From juicy Waterloupe melons and Jelly Drop grapes to Hatch chile products, pickling vegetables, passion fruit, plums, and convenient grab-and-go snacks, this episode celebrates the abundance of the season while offering practical tips for home cooks, families, and food lovers alike.
Whether you're planning a backyard gathering, packing school lunches, or simply looking for fresh culinary inspiration, you'll discover delicious ways to enjoy the harvest before autumn arrives.
Learn More:
👉 Melissa's Produce: https://www.melissas.com/
👉 Read Linda's companion article, "Late Summer Foodie Finds with Melissa's Produce": https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/late-summer-foodie-finds-melissas
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Follow Linda Kissam's adventures: https://foodwinetravelchix.com/
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Explore Linda's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-magazine
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Listen to more episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-podcast
Photos courtesy Melissas.com
Award-winning and bestselling author and maritime historian Eric Jay Dolin joins Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" history podcast to discuss his compelling new book, "The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail," a gripping work of narrative history featured by The New York Times as one of "The Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026."
Drawing from extensive archival research, sailors' journals, and Indigenous accounts, Dolin recounts the remarkable true story of the American whaleship Mentor, which wrecked on a reef near the Palau Islands in 1832.
What followed was an extraordinary saga of survival, leadership, cultural misunderstandings, compassion, violence, and resilience that unfolded over four years and across the Pacific. In this fascinating conversation, Dolin also explores the importance of the American whaling industry, life during the Age of Sail, cross-cultural encounters between American sailors and the people of Palau, and how maritime history offers a deeper understanding of America's growth and its place in the wider world.
Along the way, he discusses the challenges of researching forgotten stories, the importance of historical perspective, and why understanding both the triumphs and tragedies of history helps us better understand ourselves today.
Learn more about Eric Jay Dolin and his books at http://www.ericjaydolin.com/
Check out the Big Blend book review and episode highlights: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/the-wreck-of-the-mentor
Award-winning author Laurel Corona joins Big Blend Radio to discuss her captivating new historical novel, "Aloha Wanderwell Takes the Wheel," inspired by the extraordinary true story of pioneering adventurer Aloha Wanderwell—the first woman to drive around the world.
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba—the northern gateway of the historic Jefferson Highway—Aloha Wanderwell (born Idris Hall) left boarding school in France at age 16 to join Walter Wanderwell's around-the-world automobile expedition. What followed was an astonishing life of global exploration, filmmaking, cultural discovery, and history-making road trips across six continents.
In this engaging conversation, Laurel shares what inspired her to tell Aloha's story after a decade away from publishing, the historical research behind the novel, why historical fiction is vital to preserving women's history, and how travel helps us better understand the world and one another. The discussion also explores Aloha's Canadian roots, her connection to the historic Jefferson Highway, and why this remarkable woman deserves to be remembered alongside history's greatest explorers.
Learn more about Laurel Corona and her books at https://www.LaurelCorona.com
Check out our Big Blend book review of "Aloha Wanderwell Takes the Wheel" by Nancy J. Reid: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/aloha-wanderwell-takes-the-wheel
Whether you're naturally intuitive, spiritually curious, or simply wondering if there's more to life's coincidences than meets the eye, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" podcast offers an engaging and thoughtful conversation with author Katherine Marie about her new book, "High Five Your Spirit Guides: Manifest the Life You've Always Wanted with the Help of Your Spirit Guides."
Drawing from her background in computers and IT, Katherine brings a refreshingly practical perspective to spirituality, showing how intuition, mindfulness, journaling, meditation, tarot, crystals, and simple daily rituals can help people become more aware of the guidance already present in their lives. Rather than asking listeners to abandon logic, she encourages curiosity, self-reflection, and openness to recognizing meaningful signs, synchronicities, and opportunities.
In this inspiring discussion, Katherine shares:
_ What spirit guides are—and how they differ from angels and ancestor spirits
- Why intuition deserves more attention in our busy, technology-driven lives
- How synchronicities, repeating numbers, and everyday experiences may carry meaningful messages
- Easy exercises anyone can practice to strengthen intuition
- The connection between manifestation, gratitude, focus, and daily rituals
- Why balancing logic with spirituality can lead to greater confidence, purpose, abundance, and joy
Learn more about Katherine Marie, her books, newsletter, and upcoming events at: https://www.innercompassmedia.com/
Whether you're a longtime believer or simply curious, this conversation offers practical ideas for cultivating greater awareness, inner peace, and a deeper connection with yourself and the world around you.
In celebration of America 250, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures" Podcast explores the fascinating history, culture, and outdoor spirit of Boise, Idaho, with travel writer Debbie Stone. While many travelers know Idaho for its rugged landscapes and potatoes, Boise reveals a much richer story—one shaped by frontier history, Basque immigrants, Native heritage, and a thriving arts community.
Discover why Boise's historic Old Idaho Penitentiary is one of the city's most compelling attractions, learn about the nation's largest Basque community and its enduring cultural legacy, tour the elegant Idaho State Capitol, and explore museums, public art, and the inspiring World Center for Birds of Prey. Debbie also shares favorite restaurants, local shopping, and the welcoming hospitality that make Boise an ideal destination for history lovers, culture seekers, and outdoor adventurers alike.
Plan your visit:
- https://visitboise.com/
- https://www.innat500.com/
- Read Debbie's accompanying article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/boise-idaho-surprises
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Listen to Debbie's "Global Adventures" Podcast:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/global-adventures-with-debbie-stone -
Explore Debbie's Global Adventures Digital Magazine:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/global-adventures-travel-magazine
Discover the best of New Orleans, Louisiana, with travel journalist Terri Guthrie on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast. Building on her previous tour of the iconic Roosevelt Hotel, Terri shares her personal favorite places to experience the authentic soul of the Crescent City—from legendary jazz clubs and unforgettable Creole cuisine to historic neighborhoods, cocktail culture, and must-see attractions.
Whether you're planning your first visit or returning for another adventure, Terri offers insider recommendations for where to stay, eat, listen to live music, and experience the rich history and culture that make New Orleans one of America's most beloved destinations.
In this episode:
- Why The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel makes the perfect home base
- Traditional and upscale jazz venues including Preservation Hall, Jazz Playhouse, Fritzel's European Jazz Pub, Three Muses Jazz Club, and Commander's Palace Jazz Brunch
- Outstanding dining experiences at Restaurant R'evolution, Delacroix, and Commander's Palace
- The legendary Sazerac Bar and Sazerac House Experience
- Touring the Garden District in a vintage Cadillac
- Behind the scenes at Mardi Gras World
- Visiting the acclaimed National WWII Museum
- Riding Amtrak's new Mardi Gras Service along the Gulf Coast
This episode is a wonderful companion to Terri's exclusive interview inside The Roosevelt Hotel: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/the-roosevelt-new-orleans
Plus, check out the Official Sazerac Cocktail Recipe: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/travel-new-orleans-with-terri
Keep up with Terri's travels: https://TravelwithTerri.com
Listen to the Travel with Terri Podcast: https://TravelwithTerri.com/podcast
Read The Luxe Explorer digital magazine: https://TravelwithTerri.com/magazine
This episode also celebrates America's rich cultural heritage as part of America 250, highlighting one of the nation's most iconic cities where music, food, architecture, transportation history, and storytelling come together.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Before They Vanish" Podcast, award-winning author and explorer James Michael Dorsey shares unforgettable stories from his acclaimed book, "Baboons for Lunch: And Other Sordid Adventures."
From joining the Hadza hunter-gatherers of Tanzania on a baboon hunt to unexpected cultural experiences in China, Dorsey reflects on the humor, risks, and life lessons that come from immersing himself in remote cultures around the world.
The conversation explores why he seeks out vanishing societies, how these experiences have shaped his writing, and what he's learned about storytelling, spirituality, and living in the present. James also offers a preview of his upcoming journey to Mongolia, where he'll live with nomadic eagle hunters in the Altai Mountains.
James Michael Dorsey is an award-winning author, photographer, explorer, and cetacean specialist who has traveled extensively through 56 countries. His work focuses on documenting remote cultures, endangered traditions, and marine wildlife through books, photography, lectures, and personal narratives.
Learn more about James Michael Dorsey:
https://jamesmichaeldorseyauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Before They Vanish" Podcast:
https://before-they-vanish.podbean.com/
Travel writer, travel lecturer, and longtime Big Blend Radio guest David Kriso joins us for a special "Getting to Know You" episode, sharing the personal stories behind his passion for exploring the world.
From growing up with model railroads and becoming an award-winning travel writer to working with cruise lines and inspiring audiences through his travel lectures, David reflects on the experiences that shaped both his career and his love of discovery. Along the way, he talks about Disney, Amtrak, music, future travel dreams, memorable family traditions, and the life lesson that has guided him since his teenage years: failure leads to success.
David also answers Big Blend Radio's signature seven questions, revealing his spirit animal, bucket-list destinations, favorite music, travel inspirations, and even the one food he'll always avoid.
David Kriso has written for numerous travel and transportation publications and regularly presents engaging travel programs at libraries and organizations throughout the Northeast. Learn more about his travel writing, reviews, travel tips, and upcoming adventures at https://dektraveljournal.com/.
Visit the new Big Blend Media House at https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Talks with Joey Stuckey" Podcast, Joey shares highlights from an unforgettable musical journey to Los Angeles, where he had the rare opportunity to record on Les Paul's original recording console while exploring one of the most legendary legacies in music history.
From touring historic recording spaces and collaborating with fellow musicians to reflecting on the lasting impact of innovation in music production, Joey offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at preserving music history while creating new music. Along the way, he discusses the influence of Les Paul, the importance of recording technology, the value of collaboration, and how these experiences continue to inspire his work as a musician, producer, educator, and Macon, Georgia's official Music Ambassador.
Whether you're a musician, recording enthusiast, music historian, or simply love great stories about creativity and innovation, this episode offers an inspiring glimpse into one artist's remarkable Los Angeles music adventure.
🎸 About Joey Stuckey
Joey Stuckey is an award-winning blind guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, educator, and owner of Shadow Sound Studio in Macon, Georgia. Learn more: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
📺 Follow Big Blend Radio:
https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
In preparation for International Pirate Month (August) and International Talk Like a Pirate Day (September 19), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" Show separates pirate myths from historical reality while exploring England's fascinating maritime heritage.
Join historian, genealogist, tour guide, and Norfok Tours founder Glynn Burrows as he uncovers the brutal truth behind piracy, revealing how real pirates lived, why they became legendary, and how England's coastal history shaped centuries of maritime adventure. From notorious pirates and privateers to merchant ships, naval history, and the evolution of piracy, this engaging conversation looks beyond Hollywood stereotypes to explore the people, places, and events that continue to capture our imagination.
Whether you're fascinated by maritime history, planning a trip to England's historic ports, or simply curious about the legends behind pirate lore, this episode offers a captivating journey into Britain's seafaring past.
📖 Read Glynn's companion article:
Pirates: The Brutal Truth Behind the Legend
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/pirates-the-brutal-truth-behind-the-legend
⚓ Related Reading:
Historic Ships of England
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/jvrj/#p=8
🌐 Visit English Connection:
https://EnglishConnection.uk
📚 Explore Glynn's English Connection Digital Magazine:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/english-connection-magazine
🎙️ Glynn Burrows joins Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday, sharing fascinating stories about England's history, heritage, genealogy, culture, and travel destinations. Listen to more episodes: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/english-connection-podcast
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's Way Back When, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show, we welcome back Chef Ivan Flowers and his wife, Tracy Phillips, for a lively "Getting to Know You" conversation that blends personal stories with practical advice on eating well without overspending.
From rising grocery prices and smart shopping strategies to healthy meal planning and making the most of affordable ingredients, Chef Ivan and Tracy share simple ways to create flavorful, nutritious meals on a budget. Along the way, they talk about Chef Ivan's work teaching high school culinary students, Tracy's love of cooking and baking, favorite music, dream features for the Big Blend Media House, and the foods they'd love—or avoid—at a dinner party, making this a fun opportunity to get to know them beyond the kitchen.
Whether you're feeding a family or simply looking for ways to stretch your grocery budget, you'll come away with practical cooking tips, plenty of laughs, and inspiration for your next meal.
🍽️ Featured Recipe: Chef Ivan's Budget-Friendly Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/cooking-smart-living-well-chef-ivan-flowers-tracy-phillips
Visit the Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
Join us for a special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio's Toast to The Arts Podcast featuring members of the Board of Directors from Tucson Sisters in Crime—President Lyn Worthen, Vice President Eva Eldridge, and Treasurer Elaine A. Powers.
Discover what makes this welcoming chapter of Sisters in Crime unique as our guests share their writing journeys, publishing experiences, favorite projects, and the many benefits of belonging to a supportive community of mystery writers, readers, editors, and publishing professionals. Along the way, they also answer a series of fun rapid-fire questions about spirit animals, bucket lists, favorite foods, life lessons, and more.
Whether you're an aspiring author, mystery fan, or simply enjoy hearing creative people share their stories, this lively conversation offers inspiration, laughter, and insight into the writing life.
Learn More:
- Tucson Sisters in Crime: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
- Trouble in Tucson Anthology: https://www.amazon.com/Trouble-Tucson-ANTHOLOGY-MEMBERS-SISTERS/dp/B0BTRPH84K/
- More Trouble in Tucson Anthology: https://www.amazon.com/More-Trouble-Tucson-Sisters-Anthology-ebook/dp/B0GP3K8B1N/
- Lyn Worthen / Camden Park Press: https://www.camdenparkpress.com/
- Eva Eldridge / 3 Sides 2 Author Services: https://3sides2authorservices.com/
- Elaine A. Powers: https://elaineapowers.com/
- Visit the new Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show explores the fascinating story of America's early motor camping movement and how it forever changed road travel, tourism, and hospitality across the United States.
As always, the show features Roger Bell, Co-Host and President of the Jefferson Highway Association, along with host and producer Lisa D. Smith. Their featured guest is Daniel Hershberger, roadside historian, researcher, and presenter at the upcoming Crossroads of America Centennial Celebration in Joplin, Missouri.
Long before today's RV parks, campgrounds, and roadside motels, adventurous motorists packed tents and supplies into their automobiles and headed out to explore America's growing network of highways. Daniel shares how motor camping evolved from a practical way to travel into a nationwide pastime that helped shape roadside tourism, local businesses, and the American road trip tradition.
The conversation also explores the evolution of tourist camps, the rise of auto courts and motels, the development of roadside hospitality, and the important role the Jefferson Highway played in connecting communities and encouraging travel across North America.
Roger Bell also shares updates on the upcoming Crossroads of America Centennial Celebration taking place September 19–22, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri. Daniel Hershberger will be one of the featured presenters, sharing his research on America's early motor camping movement and roadside tourism. The event also includes special Sociability Caravan motor tours celebrating the Jefferson Highway and Route 66. Registration is now open at https://jeffersonhighway.org/.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway—also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway"—runs from Winnipeg, Canada, to New Orleans, Louisiana. Visit: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
LEARN MORE:
- Plan your own Jefferson Highway adventure with the new Jefferson Highway Travel Guide: https://www.jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
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Subscribe to the Jefferson Highway Dispatch:
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Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every fourth Thursday (except holidays). Follow the podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Recent federal changes to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) guidance are reshaping how employers approach hiring, promotions, and workplace policies—and artificial intelligence (AI) is adding another layer of legal complexity.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" Podcast, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) recent changes to Title VII guidance, what they mean for employers, and why merit-based employment decisions have become more important than ever.
Ward also discusses the growing role of AI in hiring, the importance of reviewing automated hiring systems for bias, and how employers can stay compliant as federal and California employment laws continue to evolve.
Whether you're a business owner, HR professional, manager, or employee, this episode provides practical legal insights into navigating today's changing workplace.
📖 Read Ward's companion article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/dei-under-title-vii
🌐 Ward Heinrichs' Employment Law Office:
https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
🔗 Connect with Ward on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ward-heinrichs/
📘 Explore Ward's California Employment Law Digital Podcast Magazine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-employment-law-digital-podcast-magazine/
🎧 Listen to more California Employment Law Podcast episodes:
https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Journey Jukebox" travel podcast, travel writer Lisa Evans explores the hidden gems, fascinating history, and scenic beauty of Vancouver, Washington—a destination that deserves a spot on every Pacific Northwest itinerary.
Located along the Columbia River just across from Portland, Oregon, Vancouver blends rich American history with vibrant waterfront experiences, beautiful parks, and easy access to some of the Northwest's most spectacular landscapes.
Lisa shares highlights from visiting Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, the first U.S. military post in the Pacific Northwest, strolling historic Officer's Row, exploring Pearson Field, one of America's oldest operating airfields, and taking in breathtaking views throughout the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.
The episode also includes a day trip into Portland to experience the famous International Rose Test Garden and historic Pittock Mansion, along with recommendations for riverfront dining, local wineries, and a stay at the stylish Hotel Indigo Vancouver Waterfront.
Whether you're planning a Pacific Northwest road trip, exploring destinations for America's 250th birthday, or simply looking for a city that blends history, nature, music, and culinary experiences, Vancouver, Washington offers an unforgettable adventure.
🗺️ Vancouver, Washington Travel Planning Resources
- Visit Vancouver Washington: https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/
- Hotel Indigo Vancouver Waterfront: https://www.vancouverwaterfronthotel.com/
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site: https://www.nps.gov/fova/index.htm
- Pearson Field at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site: https://www.nps.gov/fova/learn/historyculture/pearson.htm
- Officer's Row: https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/officers-row/
- Whipple Creek Regional Park: https://clark.wa.gov/public-works/whipple-creek-regional-park
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/columbiarivergorge
- Cape Horn Overlook: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/columbiarivergorge/recreation/cape-horn-overlook
🌹 Continue Your Pacific Northwest Adventure
- Lisa's companion episode, "Exploring Portland, Oregon: The Rose City": https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/e/portland-oregon-rose-city/
KEEP UP WITH LISA
- Follow Lisa's Stories: https://writerlisa.com/
- Follow Lisa on Substack: https://substack.com/@allabouttravelwithlisa
- Subscribe to Journey Jukebox: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
- Journey Jukebox Music Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=71c11c52c77c4596
- Journey Jukebox Podcast Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/JOURNEY-JUKEBOX---2026/#p=1
From legendary restaurants and iconic cocktails to world-famous festivals and unforgettable culinary traditions, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) serves up A Taste of New Orleans with Mary Beth Romig, Assistant Vice President of Public Relations for New Orleans & Company Visit New Orleans
Discover why New Orleans continues to rank among America's greatest food destinations as Mary Beth shares insider tips on planning the perfect culinary getaway. Learn about historic restaurants like Antoine's and Tujague's, Michelin-recognized dining, James Beard Award-winning chefs, neighborhood food experiences, brunch culture, late-night eats, boutique hotels, and iconic cocktails like the Sazerac.
The conversation also spotlights some of the city's biggest culinary celebrations, including Tales of the Cocktail, COOLinary New Orleans, French Quarter Festival, Jazz Fest, Fried Chicken Festival, Creole Tomato Festival, Réveillon dining during the holidays, and many more events that showcase the city's incredible food, music, and community spirit.
Whether you're planning your first visit or returning for another unforgettable adventure, this episode proves there's always something delicious waiting in New Orleans.
👉 Plan your New Orleans getaway:
https://www.neworleans.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA:
https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🌐 Follow the Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Podcast:
https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
📰 Check out the Big Blend Radio Travel Food & Wine Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
Photos courtesy NewOrleans.com
Recovery continues across Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, following the historic flooding caused by Tropical Storm Arthur.
In this special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel Avoyelles" Podcast, Executive Director Wilbert Carmouche of the Avoyelles Commission of Tourism joins Father Martin Laird of Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church in Plaucheville and Immaculate Conception Church in DuPont to share firsthand stories of resilience, faith, volunteerism, and the incredible spirit of the community.
The conversation highlights how neighbors, churches, first responders, businesses, and volunteers united to help families recover after record-breaking rainfall. The episode also explores how travelers can support the local economy by visiting Avoyelles Parish's attractions, restaurants, festivals, and small businesses as recovery continues.
The show concludes with hope for the future, emphasizing that while much rebuilding remains, Avoyelles Parish is open for visitors and grateful for every act of support.
Flood Relief & Area Information
- Support Avoyelles Parish recovery through the Diocese of Alexandria Flood Relief efforts: https://www.diocesealex.org/avoyelles-flood-relief/
- Learn more and plan a future visit: https://travelavoyelles.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "World of Art" Podcast, artist and art historian Victoria Chick explores the remarkable life and legacy of Jack Levine (1915–2010), one of America's most influential political and social realist artists. Known for his satirical paintings and prints, Levine fearlessly used art to challenge authority, expose corruption, and capture the human condition with wit, compassion, and extraordinary technical skill.
Victoria discusses Levine's humble beginnings in Boston, his rise through the Works Progress Administration (WPA), and the influences that shaped his distinctive artistic voice. The conversation explores how artists become powerful storytellers, why observation and integrity are essential to creative expression, and how art continues to inspire meaningful dialogue across generations.
The episode also celebrates the ongoing development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. Victoria shares updates on the museum project and invites listeners to attend upcoming exhibitions and special events that celebrate American art and creativity.
Victoria is a contemporary figurative artist, a collector of early 19th and 20th-century American prints, and the visionary spearheading the development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico.
🎨 MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
The Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center is hosting two special exhibition weekends featuring "American Etching Revival" and "Five Artists Do the West," along with hands-on art activities for children and families.
📅 October 10–11 & October 17–18
Learn more about the exhibitions and upcoming events:
https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/exhibits-events
🌐 MORE TO EXPLORE
- Read Victoria's article on Jack Levine: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/articles/jack-levine-american-political-artist
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Victoria Chick: https://victoriachick.com/
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Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center:
https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/ -
World of Art Podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
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Big Blend Media House: https://bigblendmediahouse.com/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's America 250 programming, celebrating the artists and creative visionaries who have shaped America's cultural heritage.
Experience the magic of outdoor movies in beautiful Ojai, California, as Nicholas Weissman, award-winning filmmaker, producer, and President of the Ojai Film Society, shares how this nonprofit organization is bringing communities together through free outdoor cinema at the historic Libbey Bowl.
Founded in 1988, the Ojai Film Society has become a cultural cornerstone, showcasing classic films, acclaimed documentaries, and independent cinema while making the movie-going experience accessible to everyone. Nicholas discusses the Society's history, its community-driven mission, the revival of outdoor movie screenings following the pandemic, and why seeing films on the big screen remains such a powerful shared experience.
Along the way, discover why Ojai is one of California's most charming destinations, known for its thriving arts scene, scenic hiking trails, olive oil tasting, wineries, and stunning mountain sunsets.
2026 Ojai Film Society Summer Screening Series
🎬 July 2 – Hunt for the Wilderpeople
🎬 July 10 – Selena y Los Dinos
🎬 July 17 – Cookie Queens
🎬 July 24 – Best in Show
🎬 August 20 – Arrival
🎬 August 27 – Jurassic Park
Whether you're a lifelong movie lover, an independent film enthusiast, or planning a California getaway, this conversation celebrates the joy of experiencing films together under the stars.
Learn more about the Ojai Film Society and upcoming screenings:
https://ojaifilmsociety.org/
Learn more about Nicholas Weissman's filmmaking work:
https://vacationland.film/
Poster image courtesy Ojai Film Society: Jadyn Chen
In this practical episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for Justice) shares a simple but powerful framework for creating stronger, more collaborative teams.
Effective teamwork doesn't happen by accident. Rita explains how the four essential components of successful teams—connection, clarity, feedback, and agreements—help organizations build trust, improve communication, strengthen accountability, and create workplace cultures where employees can thrive.
To help leaders put these ideas into practice, Rita shares two easy-to-use team meeting exercises. One encourages team members to reflect on questions like:
What will make us successful as a team?
What do I need from this team to do my best work?
What strengths do I bring to the team?
What do I wonder about our team?
She also recommends a simple job-sharing discussion that helps teammates better understand one another by answering questions such as:
What are the top three priorities of my role?
How does my work support our organization's mission?
What do I spend most of my time doing?
What do I need from my teammates to be successful?
These practical conversations build understanding, strengthen relationships, improve onboarding, clarify expectations, and help create more connected, resilient teams.
🎙️ Key Takeaways:
Strong teams are intentionally built through leadership.
Connection creates trust and strengthens collaboration.
Clarity around roles and responsibilities reduces confusion.
Feedback helps individuals and teams continuously improve.
Agreements create accountability and shared expectations.
Team meetings should encourage open dialogue and participation.
Successful onboarding helps employees integrate more quickly.
Understanding one another's strengths improves collaboration.
Respect and communication are the foundation of healthy teams.
Great teams continually learn, adapt, and improve together.
🎧 Related Episodes on Feedback:
🔹 Feedback Basics: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/e/feedback-basics/
🔹 Giving Feedback: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/e/giving-feedback/
🔹 Receiving Feedback: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/e/receiving-feedback/
📌 Resources & Links:
🔹 Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🔹 Supervision Matters Digital Podcast Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/Supervision-Matters-Magazine-2026/
🔹 Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
🔹 Explore more business & career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
What happens when a renowned toxicologist becomes a bestselling thriller writer?
On this Big Blend Radio's "Getting to Know You" episode, we chat with BJ Magnani - Author —Professor Emerita of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Tufts University School of Medicine, accomplished pathologist, toxicologist, and author of the acclaimed Dr. Lily Robinson suspense thriller series.
From poison gardens and forensic toxicology to medical mysteries and the creative process behind crafting unforgettable suspense novels, BJ shares how decades of scientific expertise shaped her fiction. We also discuss the importance of science communication, mentoring women in STEM, fascinating natural toxins, dangerous plants, food safety, and why curiosity remains one of the greatest tools for both scientists and writers.
Along the way, you'll get to know BJ beyond the lab and the page as she talks about her hobbies, bucket-list adventures, charitable work supporting women's health, and what's next—including exciting new writing projects.
Learn more about Dr. BJ Magnani and her books:
https://www.bjmagnani.com/
Coming August 2026: Dr. BJ Magnani and author Matt Cost will co-host Big Blend Radio's "Pets, Plots & Poisons" Podcast, airing every 3rd Thursday, celebrating mystery writing, animals, science, suspense, and all things delightfully dangerous. Watch for it on https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
July is Parks & Recreation Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate the beauty of America's public lands while learning how to explore them safely and responsibly.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Podcast, award-winning travel writer Linda Ballou shares one of the most unforgettable stories from her memoir "Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler's Tales." Inspired by naturalist John Muir, Linda embarked on a horseback journey through California's magnificent High Sierra wilderness where unexpected accidents, injuries, and a dramatic helicopter rescue became powerful lessons in outdoor adventure.
As part of her Lessons Learned from Travel series, Linda discusses how to choose reputable outfitters, why guide training matters, the importance of emergency medical evacuation insurance, and how proper preparation can help travelers safely enjoy national parks, wilderness areas, and other outdoor destinations.
Whether you're planning a hiking trip, horseback ride, rafting adventure, or visit to a national or state park, this episode offers practical advice for exploring responsibly while protecting the wild places we love.
Resource Links
📖 Read Linda's companion article:
https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/adventure-travel/not-all-outfitters-are-created-equal/
🎧 Listen to the audiobook edition of Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler's Tales:
https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Angel-Walkabout-Travelers-Tales/dp/
🌍 Linda Ballou:
https://www.LindaBallouAuthor.com
https://www.LostAngelAdventures.com
🎧 Subscribe:
https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
📖 Explore the NEW Lost Angel Travel Adventures Digital Podcast Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/podcast-retrospective/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), Leigh Cort shares the story behind Mission Resort + Club, a historic resort in Central Florida that blends timeless Old Florida charm with modern luxury.
Discover the resort's fascinating history, championship golf courses, relaxing spa and wellness experiences, exceptional dining, tennis, pickleball, croquet, scenic natural surroundings, and personalized hospitality. Leigh also highlights nearby attractions and day-trip opportunities that make Mission Resort + Club an ideal base for exploring Central Florida.
Whether you're planning a golf getaway, romantic escape, wellness retreat, family vacation, wedding, or special event, this episode offers plenty of inspiration for your next Florida adventure.
👉 Learn more about Mission Resort + Club:
https://www.missionresortandclub.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🌐 Follow this podcast: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
📰 Check out the Big Blend Radio Travel Food & Wine Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
Step inside one of America's most legendary luxury hotels!
Recorded on-site, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast features travel journalist Terri Guthrie in conversation with Les Patin, Marketing Manager of The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
Since opening in 1893, The Roosevelt has welcomed presidents, celebrities, Mardi Gras royalty, and generations of travelers seeking timeless elegance in the heart of New Orleans. Originally opened as The Grunewald Hotel, this iconic property has survived fires, Prohibition, the Great Depression, Hurricane Katrina, and today shines following its spectacular restoration as part of the Waldorf Astoria collection.
From Huey P. Long's famous suite and secret passageway to the legendary Sazerac Bar, elegant Fountain Lounge, historic Blue Room, rooftop pool, luxurious Waldorf Astoria Spa, beautifully restored guest rooms, and the beloved Waldorf Wonderland holiday display, discover why The Roosevelt remains the Crown Jewel of the Crescent City.
Whether you're planning your next New Orleans getaway, love historic hotels, or simply enjoy fascinating stories of American hospitality and architecture, this episode offers an insider's look at one of the country's most iconic destinations.
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, this episode also celebrates one of the nation's most storied historic hotels and its enduring place in American history, hospitality, and culture.
Learn more about The Roosevelt New Orleans:
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/msyrhwa-the-roosevelt-new-orleans
Learn more about Terri's travels:
- Travel with Terri: https://www.travelwithterri.com/
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Travel with Terri Podcast (airs every other Tuesday):
https://www.travelwithterri.com/podcast -
The Luxe Explorer Magazine:
https://www.travelwithterri.com/magazine
Can travel connect generations?
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wanderer's Compass" Travel Podcast, travel writers Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough explore how traveling through Europe—from France and Belgium to Luxembourg, Germany, and the Netherlands—creates meaningful connections through castles, history, culture, food, and local traditions.
This inspiring conversation celebrates the educational value of travel, showing how exploring together encourages curiosity, confidence, cultural appreciation, and lifelong learning for travelers of every age.
⭐ Stay through the end to hear Ryan's son make his first-ever podcast appearance, sharing his favorite memories from the journey and what travel has taught him.
In celebration of French-American Heritage Month, this episode also explores France's rich cultural and historical heritage.
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Read their companion article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/traveling-europe-with-a-child
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Hear about their adventures in Ireland last year:
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Follow Wanderer's Compass: https://wandererscompass.com
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Listen to More Wanderers Compass Podcast Episodes: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
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Check out the Wanderers Compass Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/WANDERERS-COMPASS-MAG-2026/
Big Blend Radio’s “Jo Goes Everywhere!” travel podcast with writer Jo Clark celebrates the beauty and diversity of America with an unforgettable road trip through scenic landscapes, historic landmarks, cultural treasures, and memorable local experiences.
From soaring above Upstate New York in a glider and marveling at West Virginia's New River Gorge Bridge, to winding through the Blue Ridge Mountains, exploring South Carolina's Lowcountry, discovering Gettysburg's rich Civil War history, and visiting California's Point Reyes National Seashore, this episode highlights the incredible variety of destinations that make the United States so rewarding to explore.
Along the way, Jo shares travel tips, local food and wine experiences, farmers markets, and the stories of communities that preserve America's heritage, including the rich traditions of the Gullah Geechee people. Whether you're planning your next road trip or simply looking for travel inspiration, this episode celebrates the history, nature, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered across America.
📖 Read Jo's companion article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/america-road-trip
📖 Check out Jo's New "JO GOES EVERYWHERE!" Digital Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/kkbr/
📲 Follow Jo: https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ | https://recipestravelculture.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JoGoesEverywhere
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaveGlassWillTravel/
🎧 New episodes air every 2nd Sunday. Listen:
https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
Celebrate a Big Blend Radio milestone! We have officially wrapped up Volume 1 of the ABCs of Horses digital podcast magazine, completing the entire alphabet from A to Z!
To mark the occasion, host/producer Lisa sits down with resident equestrian expert and Christy Wood—world champion horse trainer, author, horse show judge—for a fun, insightful "getting to know you" interview.
Before Christy hits the historic Chief Joseph Trail Ride again, we look back at the highlights of Volume 1 (from Appaloosas to the Zoomies!) and put her in the hot seat with 10 fun questions. Discover her ultimate spirit animal, her dream weekend getaway, what she wants in her ultimate horse barn, and why she absolutely bans onions from her dinner plate!
📖 Read & Listen to Volume 1: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ABCS-OF-HORSES/
📚 Connect with Christy & get her books: http://wdnhorse.com
🎙️Subscribe to the Podcast from your favorite platform: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode of Beyond the Stage on Big Blend Radio's "Rants, Raves & Rock 'N Roll" Podcast features the members of Mistress of Puppets, America's only all-female Metallica tribute band, recorded backstage at Asheville Music Hall in Asheville, North Carolina.
Hosts Mr. & Mrs. Wild sit down with Kelly "Mama Het" Mader (lead vocals & guitar), Jen Phipps (lead guitar), Michelle Graves (drums), and Beth McPherson (bass) to explore the band's journey, their love of Metallica's music, and what it's like bringing one of the world's greatest metal bands to life on stage.
Based in Dallas, Texas, and Greensboro, North Carolina, Mistress of Puppets has earned a reputation for delivering high-energy performances packed with the power and precision of Metallica's legendary catalog. Beyond celebrating classic thrash metal, the band is inspiring a new generation of female musicians by proving that heavy metal belongs to everyone.
The conversation covers each member's musical background, favorite Metallica songs to perform, memorable concerts, touring, dream opening acts, and the excitement of opening for Nita Strauss, acclaimed guitarist for Alice Cooper. They also discuss side projects, the importance of supporting live music, and why friendship is one of the band's greatest strengths.
Hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Wild—owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast and cohosts of Big Blend Radio's Adventures in Asheville Podcast—this episode of the Beyond the Stage series celebrates musicians, creativity, and the passion that keeps rock and metal thriving.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
- Mistress of Puppets: https://www.mistressofpuppets.com
- The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast: https://www.lion-rose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer Robin O'Neal Smith shares her unforgettable journey along the Kansas Gunsmoke Trail, exploring legendary Old West towns, fascinating museums, historic landmarks, and the stories that helped shape the American frontier.
Travel through iconic destinations including Dodge City, Abilene, Wichita, and Hays, where you'll discover attractions like Boot Hill Museum, Old Cowtown Museum, the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Keeper of the Plains, Fort Hays, and more. Robin also discusses how television classics like Gunsmoke helped preserve interest in America's western heritage while highlighting the real history behind these remarkable communities.
Perfect for history lovers, road trippers, and anyone planning an unforgettable Kansas adventure, this episode celebrates the people, places, and stories that continue to define the American West—making it a fitting listen as America commemorates its 250th anniversary.
Read Robin O'Neal Smith's article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/kansas-gunsmoke-trail
Plan your own Kansas Gunsmoke Trail adventure:
https://www.kansasgunsmoketrail.com/
Learn more about Robin O'Neal Smith: https://robinonealsmith.com/
Learn more about IFWTWA:
https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast:
https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
Check out the Big Blend Radio Travel Food & Wine Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" podcast, travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her unforgettable journey through southern France aboard a luxury hotel barge with French Waterways.
Cruising along the historic Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre World Heritage Site, Rose discovers the joys of slow travel while exploring charming villages, remarkable engineering marvels, regional cuisine, celebrated wines, and authentic French culture.
Traveling aboard an intimate hotel barge, Rose enjoys exceptional hospitality while cruising through one of France's most picturesque regions. Along the way, she visits centuries-old locks and aqueducts, samples local vermouth, wines, and olive oils, explores the magnificent medieval fortress of Cité de Carcassonne, and uncovers hidden gems that many travelers never experience.
This immersive journey celebrates the beauty of slowing down, connecting with local communities, and discovering the history, traditions, and flavors that make southern France so unforgettable. Whether you're dreaming of a European canal cruise, love French food and wine, or enjoy exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this episode is sure to inspire your next adventure.
Celebrate French-American Heritage Month by discovering the history, culture, cuisine, and timeless beauty of France through one of Europe's most memorable slow travel experiences.
📖 Read Rose's Articles:
- A Luxury Barge Cruise Through History, Wine & Good Food: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/barge-cruise-french-waterways
- Athos Barge Cruise Review: https://quiltripping.com/athos-barge-cruise-review/
🚤 Learn More About French Waterways: https://www.french-waterways.com/
🌐 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
📰 Check out the Quiltripping Travel Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/QUILTRIPPING-TRAVEL-WITH-ROSE-MAG
🎧 Subscribe to Quiltripping Travel with Rose Podcast: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
Celebrate Marilyn Monroe's 100th anniversary year with this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio's "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward, featuring award-winning author Mima Tipper discussing her acclaimed young adult novel, "Channeling Marilyn" (She Writes Press).
Rather than retelling Marilyn Monroe's life, "Channeling Marilyn" imagines what might happen if Marilyn's spirit became a mentor to a shy modern-day teenager struggling with confidence, body image, identity, and finding her own voice. Through this unique coming-of-age story, Mima explores timeless themes of fame, self-acceptance, grief, resilience, friendship, and the courage to become your authentic self.
In this thoughtful conversation, Mima shares how her fascination with Marilyn Monroe's enduring cultural legacy inspired the novel, why Marilyn remains one of the world's most recognizable icons nearly a century after her birth, and how the pressures of celebrity continue to resonate in today's social media-driven world. She also discusses writing for young adults, the importance of authentic storytelling, the role of theater in building confidence, protecting creativity in the age of AI, and how personal loss shaped this deeply emotional novel.
This episode is especially timely as we honor Marilyn Monroe's 100th anniversary year, celebrating not only the Hollywood legend's enduring influence but also the universal journey toward self-love and embracing who we truly are.
Learn more about Mima Tipper: https://www.mimatipper.com/
Presented in partnership with Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
Enjoy more author interviews, book reviews, and literary features: https://bigblendmediahouse.com/
Experience the magic of outdoor theater in Asheville, North Carolina, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast, cohosted by Steve and Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville's historic Montford District.
Featured guest is Audrey Kopp of Montford Park Players, one of Asheville's most treasured performing arts organizations. Audrey shares the company's mission of making live theater accessible to everyone through free outdoor performances of Shakespeare, classic works, and contemporary productions at the beautiful Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
Hear about this summer's swashbuckling production of "The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel," upcoming auditions for "Romeo and Juliet," and how Montford Park Players continues to enrich Asheville's thriving arts community. The conversation also explores Asheville's creative spirit, the city's cultural renaissance following Hurricane Helene, exciting updates in the River Arts District, and why supporting local arts organizations helps keep Asheville vibrant year-round.
Whether you're planning a summer getaway, love live theater, or simply want to discover another side of Asheville beyond the Blue Ridge Parkway and breweries, this episode offers plenty of inspiration.
🎭 Montford Park Players
Free outdoor Shakespeare, classic and contemporary theater: https://montfordparkplayers.org/
Summer Production
The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel
Fridays, Saturdays & Sunday evenings
August 7–29, 2026
(Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre)
Upcoming Auditions
Romeo and Juliet
July 11–12, 2026
🏡 Stay at The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville's Montford Historic District: https://www.lion-rose.com/
🎧 LISTEN:
• Check out the NEW Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ADVENTURES-IN-ASHEVILLE/
• New episodes air every 1st Tuesday:
https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's "Table & Compass" Podcast with hosts Lisa D. Smith, Joelle Machia, and Ryan Slough.
Pull up a chair for global conversations that shape a better world as we explore how travel, community, culture, and collaboration connect to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In this debut episode, the hosts are joined by Carlisle Richardson, an international relations expert whose career has included serving as Ambassador of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations and as a United Nations Economic Affairs Officer. Carlisle played a key role in negotiations that helped establish the landmark Sustainable Development Goals and contributed to preparations for the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.
Together they discuss:
- Why the Sustainable Development Goals matter to everyone
- - How travel builds understanding across cultures
- The importance of protecting heritage sites and cultural identity
- Sustainable tourism and water conservation
- Community-led solutions that create global impact
- Inspiring children and future generations to become changemakers
- The role of storytelling in preserving culture and encouraging sustainability
- Why every individual can help build a more resilient future
Whether you're passionate about travel, conservation, education, culture, or simply making your community stronger, this conversation offers practical inspiration and a hopeful perspective on creating positive change—one story and one connection at a time.
Carlisle's Books
📚 The Soft Underbelly —
https://www.amazon.com/Soft-Underbelly-Carlisle-Richardson-ebook/dp/B0H2FLMPN8/
📚 Rose Grows Veggies —
https://www.amazon.com/Rose-Grows-Veggies-Carlisle-Richardson/dp/1068739991
📚 Island Journeys: The Impact of the Island Way of Life at Home and Abroad — https://www.amazon.com/Island-Journeys-Impact-Life-Abroad/dp/1599326124
Resources & Links
➡️ Wanderers Compass: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
➡️ Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
➡️ The Steppes of Henry Foundation: https://theglobalhenry.org/
➡️ UN Sustainable Development Goals: https://sdgs.un.org/goals
New episodes of Table & Compass air every first Monday on Big Blend Radio: https://table-and-compass.podbean.com/
What makes a picnic so much more than a meal outdoors? In this uplifting episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday" Show, Shelley Whizin, the "Live & Die Happy Coach," explores how picnics, family reunions, and simple gatherings in nature can strengthen relationships, celebrate loved ones, and create lasting memories.
Shelley shares how food is a beautiful metaphor for life and connection, why play and laughter are essential ingredients for healthy relationships, and how celebrating our elders and family legacy enriches every generation. The conversation also highlights the healing power of nature, the joy of potlucks and shared experiences, and even the value of taking yourself on a solo picnic as an act of self-care.
Whether you're planning a family reunion, gathering with friends, or simply looking for ways to reconnect with yourself, this episode is filled with practical ideas and heartfelt inspiration for celebrating life while the people you love are here.
🥪 Read Shelley's companion article & recipe:
https://shelleywhizin.substack.com/p/celebrate-them-while-theyre-here
📰 Follow Shelley's Substack: https://shelleywhizin.substack.com
🌐 Visit Shelley's Website: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/
🎙️ Listen to Shelley's Podcast: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/podcast
🎧 More from Big Blend Radio: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
As part of Big Blend Radio's America 250 celebration, this special episode of Way Back When explores one of the most pivotal moments leading to the American Revolution.
Travel writer Debbie Stone shares her immersive visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, where interactive exhibits, costumed interpreters, authentic replica tea ships, and fascinating Revolutionary War artifacts bring the events of December 16, 1773 vividly to life. From tossing tea into Boston Harbor to discovering the stories behind the patriots who helped shape American history, Debbie explains why this engaging museum experience is a must for history lovers of all ages.
The conversation also explores the significance of the Boston Tea Party, remarkable artifacts including one of the only surviving tea chests from the original protest, Abigail's Tea Room, and how visitors can connect this experience with nearby Revolutionary War sites in Lexington and Concord.
Whether you're commemorating America's 250th Anniversary, or planning a history-filled trip to Boston, this episode offers inspiration to experience one of America's defining stories firsthand.
📖 Read Debbie's articles:
- https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/boston-tea-party-ships-museum
- https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/history-comes-alive-in-lexington-concord-part-1
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to Global Adventures with Debbie Stone:
https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
📚 Explore Debbie's Global Adventures Digital Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/qiqy/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Parks & Arts” Show features Tanya Ortega, founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), in a fascinating conversation about Gettysburg National Military Park, its enduring artistic legacy, and the vital role artists play in preserving America's history.
As part of the ongoing Big Blend Radio NPAF Retrospective, Tanya explores how artist residencies help interpret the stories, landscapes, and emotions that make Gettysburg one of America's most significant historic places. From the iconic Gettysburg Cyclorama painting and inspiring memorials to innovative virtual reality experiences and contemporary artistic interpretations, the discussion highlights how art keeps history alive for new generations.
The conversation also delves into Gettysburg's Civil War legacy, the Gettysburg Address, the importance of preserving cultural heritage, and the power of public lands to connect us with our nation's shared history. Along the way, Tanya shares stories about the Klingel House, personal reflections on Gettysburg, and why artists continue to play an essential role in helping us understand the past while inspiring future generations.
This episode is part of the Big Blend Radio NPAF Retrospective, celebrating ten years of conversations with National Parks Arts Foundation artists-in-residence and the remarkable places that continue to inspire creativity across America's public lands.
🏛️ Plan Your Visit to Gettysburg National Military Park:
https://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm
🎨 Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation:
https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
📖 Explore the "Artists in Parks" Digital Publication:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/qryf/
🎙️ Listen to more Toast to The Parks & Arts episodes:
https://parks-arts.podbean.com/
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, join Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, for a fascinating journey through the remarkable story of one of America's most beloved foods—the peanut.
Discover how peanuts became an American staple, from their agricultural importance and the groundbreaking innovations of George Washington Carver to their role during wartime, family traditions, baseball games, county fairs, road trips, and Fourth of July celebrations. Donna shares surprising peanut facts, explains why peanuts are actually legumes rather than nuts, and offers creative recipe ideas along with delicious ways to enjoy peanut butter, peanut brittle, and other peanut-inspired treats.
Whether you're planning a summer road trip, celebrating America 250, or simply love discovering the stories behind America's favorite foods, this episode celebrates the ingenuity, resilience, and agricultural heritage that make the humble peanut an enduring American icon.
🛒 Shop year-round:
https://thepeanutpatch.com/
🍽️ Recipes From The Peanut Patch Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/Recipes-from-The-Peanut-Patch/
🎧 Listen & follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday):
https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
Journey through the history of California's Sequoia Country as we explore the parks, people, and places that have shaped Tulare County—from giant sequoias and Indigenous heritage to military history, railroads, agriculture, and the communities that continue to preserve the region's remarkable legacy.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's California's Sequoia Country podcast, discover the fascinating stories behind Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the General Grant Tree, Colonel Allensworth, Native American tribes, historic communities, museums, and the agricultural traditions that continue to define this remarkable region. Learn how nature, history, and culture come together to create one of California's most inspiring destinations.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:
Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks:https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
Shannon Schroth – Exeter Chamber of Commerce: https://www.exeterchamber.com/
Dwight Miller – Exeter Historian
📍 PLAN YOUR VISIT:
Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Museum Alliance of Tulare-Kings Counties: https://matkc.org/
California's Sequoia Country Podcast: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-s-sequoia-country-podcast
Big Blend Radio's "California's Sequoia Country" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-s-sequoia-country-magazine
📡 This episode celebrates America 250 and Parks & Recreation Month (July 2026).
Discover one of British Columbia's most welcoming mountain destinations on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast with travel writer Linda Kissam, the "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva."
Featured guest Christine Grimble of Tourism Fernie shares insider tips on exploring Fernie, a four-season destination known for spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery, outdoor adventure, vibrant arts and culture, local cuisine, and wellness experiences.
Whether you're planning a scenic road trip, ski vacation, hiking getaway, or relaxing mountain escape, Fernie offers something for every traveler. Learn about the area's rich history, world-class skiing, hiking and biking trails, the Elk River, artisan food and beverage experiences, wellness retreats, and why this charming mountain community continues to attract visitors year-round.
📍Travel Resources & Inspiration
- Read Linda's article: Fernie BC: A Must Do Road Trip Adventure: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/fernie-british-columbia-road-trip
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Plan your visit: https://www.tourismfernie.com
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Follow Linda Kissam's adventures: https://foodwinetravelchix.com/
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Explore Linda's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-magazine
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Listen to more episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-podcast
From the icy waters of Alaska to the vineyards of southeastern Arizona, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" celebrates the art of pairing exceptional seafood with outstanding wines.
Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery, welcomes special guest Sena Wheeler, co-owner of Sena Sea, a fifth-generation family-owned wild Alaska seafood company.
Together they explore how premium ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and the concepts of terroir and merroir influence flavor and create unforgettable dining experiences. They also discuss sustainable fishing and winemaking, family-owned businesses, women in the food and wine industries, and why properly frozen seafood can actually be fresher than "fresh" fish for many consumers.
Peggy shares expert wine pairing advice for wild Alaska salmon, halibut, and sablefish (black cod), along with cooking techniques that allow both the seafood and the wine to shine. Whether you're grilling, baking, or pan-searing seafood, you'll come away with practical tips to elevate your next meal.
🍷 Peggy's Seafood & Wine Pairing Tips + Recipes: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/how-to-pair-wine-with-seafood
🐟 Learn more about Sena Sea: https://www.senasea.com/
🍇 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
🎧 Follow Wine Time with Peggy: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World" Podcast, award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz explores the timeless beauty of Charleston, South Carolina, Kiawah Island, and Savannah, Georgia, sharing highlights from an unforgettable Lowcountry journey filled with history, nature, coastal charm, and Southern hospitality.
Beginning in Charleston, Sharon discovers the city's rich colonial history, vibrant arts scene, historic neighborhoods, beautiful gardens, and acclaimed restaurants before attending a family wedding at the luxurious Sanctuary on Kiawah Island. She then heads south to Savannah, where charming public squares, centuries-old architecture, fascinating museums, rooftop bars, and scenic riverfront views reveal why the city remains one of America's most romantic destinations.
Along the way, Sharon shares memorable wildlife encounters—from dolphins and bald eagles to herons and alligators—along with recommendations for historic walking tours, harbor sailing excursions, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Bonaventure Cemetery, exceptional Lowcountry cuisine, and the welcoming culture that makes this region so special.
As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, Charleston, Kiawah Island, and Savannah offer unforgettable opportunities to experience the history, culture, landscapes, and hospitality that have helped shape our nation's story.
📝 Read Sharon's "Low Country Escape" article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/low-country-escape
📖 Check out Sharon's Big Blend Radio "Wander the World" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/gyoy/#p=1
🌍 Learn more about travel writer & photographer Sharon K. Kurtz:
https://sharonkkurtz.com
🎙️ Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST:
https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
Get to know acclaimed travel writer and luxury travel expert Terri Guthrie on this special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio.
As part of the launch of BigBlendMediaHouse.com, TravelwithTerri.com, and "The Luxe Explorer" digital podcast magazine, Terri shares the inspiring journey behind her decades of travel, family adventures, culinary discoveries, and the life lessons she's gathered while exploring more than 65 countries.
From unforgettable meals and cultural experiences to bucket-list destinations, multi-generational travel, luxury escapes, and giving back through kindness, this engaging conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the woman behind the adventures.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler, foodie, or simply love hearing inspiring personal stories, you'll discover what fuels Terri's passion for exploring the world—and why travel has the power to transform lives.
Learn more and follow Terri's adventures:
👉 Visit https://www.travelwithterri.com/
🎙️ Travel with Terri Podcast (airs every other Tuesday):
https://www.travelwithterri.com/podcast
📖 The Luxe Explorer Digital Magazine (updated monthly):
https://www.travelwithterri.com/magazine
✨ Keep up with Terri's podcast highlights:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/t/terri-guthrie
Few bands have shaped music, fashion, and popular culture quite like Boy George & Culture Club. In this episode of Big Blend Radio, acclaimed filmmaker Alison Ellwood shares the story behind her compelling documentary chronicling the band's extraordinary rise, lasting influence, and enduring legacy.
Known for celebrated music documentaries including "The Go-Go's", "Laurel Canyon," and "Cyndi Lauper: Let the Canary Sing," Alison discusses the extensive archival research, rare footage, and authentic storytelling that bring Boy George and Culture Club's remarkable journey to life. The conversation explores the band's impact on music, identity, fashion, LGBTQ+ visibility, and the cultural conversations that continue to resonate today.
Premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival before its North American release, the documentary offers an intimate portrait of one of pop music's most influential and groundbreaking bands.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia" Podcast, Executive Director Lance Laber shares the story behind the new "Ted DeGrazia's Painted Ponies" exhibit at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun in Tucson, Arizona.
Featuring paintings, watercolors, sculptures, carousel horses, and merry-go-round imagery, this colorful new exhibition celebrates Ted DeGrazia's lifelong fascination with horses, childhood, imagination, and joy. Lance discusses how DeGrazia captured emotion through his art, his love of children, and why these cheerful works reveal another side of one of the world's most reproduced artists.
The conversation also revisits the remarkable story behind DeGrazia's 1975 tax protest, when he burned over a million dollars' worth of his own paintings in Arizona's Superstition Mountains, celebrates his Flag Day birth anniversary, and explores the gallery's current rotating exhibits, including "Ted DeGrazia's Unseen Landscapes" and "DeGrazia Paints the Seri Indians."
Known as one of the most reproduced artists in the world, Ted DeGrazia captured the spirit of the Southwest through bold, expressive paintings that reflected the region's people, cultures, landscapes, and traditions. Today, his legacy continues through the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, a National Historic Landmark nestled in the foothills of Tucson's Santa Catalina Mountains.
Current Rotating Exhibits
• Ted DeGrazia's Painted Ponies – On display through January 27, 2027, featuring cheerful paintings, sculptures, carousel horses, and merry-go-round imagery celebrating childhood wonder.
• Ted DeGrazia's Unseen Landscapes – Rare watercolors, oils, and ink drawings hidden from public view for decades. On display through September 2, 2026.
• DeGrazia Paints the Seri Indians – A fascinating look at DeGrazia's documentation of the Comcaac (Seri) people of Sonora, Mexico. On display through September 2, 2026.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre National Historic Landmark featuring over 15,000 original works of art, including paintings, ceramics, sculptures, and more. Learn more: http://www.degrazia.org
🎙️ New Tales of Ted DeGrazia episodes air every 4th Sunday. Follow the podcast: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com
In Part Two of this special Big Blend Radio “Music Success Insider” spotlight conversation, Joey Stuckey dives deeper into creativity, storytelling, media evolution, and the personal passions that shape his artistic life.
From unconventional performance venues and community engagement to songwriting, curiosity, and the changing digital media landscape, Joey reflects on the experiences and inspirations that continue to fuel his career. He also shares thoughts on perception, authenticity, creative freedom, and why understanding yourself is key to lasting success in music and media.
This candid and wide-ranging conversation reveals the heart behind Joey’s work as a musician, educator, producer, and storyteller.
🎧Listen to Part 1, here: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/joey-stuckey
🎸 Joey Stuckey is an award-winning blind guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, educator, and owner of Shadow Sound Studio in Macon, Georgia. Learn more: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
🌐 Explore Big Blend Media House & Subscribe to the Front Porch News: https://bigblendmediahouse.com/
The Bayeux Tapestry is coming to England for the first time in nearly 1,000 years — and today we're diving into why this magnificent medieval embroidery is so much more than a war story. It's a record of cultures colliding, merging, and ultimately transforming a nation.
Historian and Norfolk Tours owner Glynn Burrows joins Lisa on Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" Podcast to unravel the remarkable story behind the tapestry — from the Norman invasion of 1066 and the fate of poor King Harold, to what the tapestry reveals about everyday life: boats, horses, armor, farming, and even a few naughty bits in the border.
Glynn and Lisa also explore how the Norman Conquest layered onto the Romans, the Vikings, and the Anglo-Saxons to create the England we know today — and how that same thread of cultures mixing, clashing, and merging runs through American history too.
🗓️ Don't miss it in person: The Bayeux Tapestry will be on display at the British Museum in London from September 2026 through July 2027 — the first time it has been in the UK since it was made. Tickets are limited, so book early!
RESOURCE LINKS
📖 Read Glynn's companion article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/the-bayeux-tapestry
📖 Related Reading: Touring Battlefields of Britain (including the Battle of Hastings): https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/touring-battlefields-of-britain
🌐 Visit English Connection to listen to more episodes and to read Glynn's magazine: https://EnglishConnection.uk
Music has long been a powerful way to reflect the world around us, spark conversation, and inspire change. In this episode of Big Blend Radio, singer-songwriter Ken Newman discusses his thought-provoking new single, "Who Are the Bad Guys?", exploring how music can challenge perspectives while encouraging empathy and meaningful dialogue.
Originally from San Francisco and now spending much of the year in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Ken shares how his surroundings, life experiences, and passion for storytelling shape his songwriting. The conversation also explores creativity, authenticity, activism, community, environmental awareness, and the enduring power of small acts of kindness to make a difference.
Inspired by legendary artists like Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie, Ken creates music that lives at the intersection of poetry, social commentary, and emotional honesty.
Learn more about Ken Newman, listen to his music, and follow his latest projects: https://www.kennewmanmusic.com/
Album art is by Misisipi Mike Wolf. Musician image is by Karen Cooper.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Podcast, author Samuel Garza Bernstein discusses his acclaimed new book, "Roddy McDowall: An Actor's Life," offering an intimate look at one of Hollywood's most beloved and versatile performers.
Best known for his roles in "How Green Was My Valley," "Lassie Come Home," "Planet of the Apes," and countless film, television, and stage productions, Roddy McDowall enjoyed a remarkable career that spanned six decades. Beyond the fame, however, was a complex, creative, and deeply compassionate individual whose story continues to inspire audiences today.
Drawing from Roddy McDowall's extensive archives at Boston University, Garza Bernstein shares insights into the actor's early years as a child star, the challenges of growing up in the spotlight, his vivid imagination and creative pursuits, his lifelong friendships with Hollywood legends, and his passion for preserving film history. The conversation also explores how archives reveal the person behind the public image, the ethics of AI in publishing, and McDowall's experience navigating Hollywood as a gay man during a time when authenticity often came at great personal and professional risk.
Published in time for Pride Month, "Roddy McDowall: An Actor's Life" celebrates the enduring legacy of an extraordinary artist whose kindness, talent, resilience, and humanity left an indelible mark on generations of performers and movie lovers alike.
Learn more about Samuel Garza Bernstein and his work:
https://samuelgarzabernstein.com/
Whether you're fascinated by classic Hollywood, film history, LGBTQ+ history, biographies, or the people behind the legends, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.
Celebrate Pittsburg, Kansas' 150th Anniversary Year with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast exploring the history, culture, food, music, and heritage of Crawford County in Southeast Kansas—just in time for America 250, the Route 66 Centennial, and the upcoming Crossroads of America Centennial Conference.
Featured guest is Chris Wilson, Marketing & Communications for Explore Crawford County and Treasurer of Southeast Kansas Tourism.
Travel the original Jefferson Highway through Crawford County as Chris shares stories about historic road alignments, original concrete pavement, century-old iron bridges, Lincoln Park's Jefferson Highway campsite, and the remarkable preservation efforts taking place throughout the region.
The conversation also explores Pittsburg's rich coal mining heritage, the famous Amazon Army march, Big Brutus, colorful murals, public art, museums, genealogy research, and the diverse immigrant cultures that helped shape Southeast Kansas. Discover why the area is famous for its legendary fried chicken restaurants, live music, local breweries, scenic backroads, and authentic small-town experiences.
Don't forget the Crossroads of America Centennial Conference, taking place September 19–22, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri, including the conference's popular Sociability Caravan motor tours celebrating the Jefferson Highway and Route 66, including Crawford County!
Learn more about Crawford County in Southeast Kansas:
https://explorecrawfordcounty.com/
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway—also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway"—runs from Winnipeg, Canada, to New Orleans, Louisiana. More: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Plan your journey with the Jefferson Highway Travel Guide:
https://www.jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
📰 Subscribe to the Jefferson Highway Dispatch:
https://jeffersonhighwaydispatch.substack.com/
The Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every fourth Thursday (except holidays). Follow the show at:
https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Can independent contractors legally earn commissions in California? The answer is more complicated than you might think.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" Podcast, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explores the intersection of California commission laws and independent contractor classification under AB5. The discussion examines who can legally receive commissions, the distinctions between employees and independent contractors, and why written commission agreements are essential for protecting both workers and businesses.
Ward explains how California law treats commission-based compensation, the legal protections available to commissioned employees, and why certain professions—including attorneys, brokers, and some exempt workers—may operate differently under the law. The conversation also covers outside salespersons, expense reimbursement, multi-state employment considerations, and how AB5 continues to shape California's workforce.
Whether you're an employer, salesperson, business owner, or independent contractor, this episode offers valuable insights into navigating California's evolving employment landscape.
📖 Read Ward's article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/independent-contractors-commission
🌐 Learn more about Ward Heinrichs: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
🔗 Connect with Ward on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ward-heinrichs/
📘 Explore the California Employment Law Digital Podcast Magazine:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-employment-law-magazine
🎧 Listen to more California Employment Law Podcast episodes:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/california-employment-law-with-ward-heinrichs
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures" Podcast, travel writer Debbie Stone explores the captivating city of Córdoba, Spain, where centuries of Roman, Moorish, Jewish, and Christian influences have created one of Europe's most fascinating cultural landscapes.
A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Córdoba invites visitors to wander its winding historic streets, discover architectural masterpieces, and uncover stories that span more than two thousand years. Debbie shares highlights from her journey, including the awe-inspiring Mezquita-Catedral, one of the world's most remarkable examples of Islamic and Christian architecture, and the historic Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a fortress that played a significant role in Spanish history.
The conversation also delves into Córdoba's celebrated traditions, from colorful festivals and lively plazas to the elegance of the famed Andalusian horses, whose performances reflect the region's enduring cultural heritage.
Whether you're drawn to history, architecture, or immersive cultural experiences, this episode reveals why Córdoba remains one of Spain's most extraordinary destinations.
📖 Read Debbie's article:
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/cordoba-spain
🎧 Listen & Subscribe:
https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
📚 Explore Debbie's Global Adventures Digital Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/qiqy/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, bestselling and award-winning historical fiction author Pam Webber discusses her new novel, "Massawa: A Tale of Illusion, Espionage, and Love," the first book in a new World War II series inspired by the little-known "Miracle of Massawa" in Eritrea, North Africa.
Set in 1942 during the height of World War II, the novel follows fledgling OSS agent Kit Thomas as she embarks on her first mission to investigate the theft of military payroll funds and uncover a dangerous conspiracy threatening Allied operations in the Red Sea region. Along the way, readers encounter espionage, deception, romance, wartime intrigue, and the remarkable story of the women who served as spies during WWII.
In this fascinating conversation, Pam shares the real history behind the novel, including the role of the OSS—the precursor to the CIA—how women were recruited into intelligence work, the influence of MI6 on American spy training, and the strategic importance of North Africa in the Allied war effort. She also discusses her extensive research, from declassified documents to personal letters, and how she created her courageous protagonist, Kit Thomas.
Learn more about Pam Webber and her books at https://www.pamwebber.com
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Welcome to the launch of "Before They Vanish," a Big Blend Radio podcast hosted by explorer, author, and naturalist James Michael Dorsey and produced by Lisa D. Smith.
In this debut episode, James takes us on a journey through a lifetime of extraordinary adventures — from his first trip to Kenya where a chance meeting with a Maasai elder sparked a 30-year obsession with vanishing tribal cultures, to sleeping in caves in Tanzania, being used as baboon bait by the Hazda people, and feeding his dinner to a feral cat at a Chinese Air Force base.
Along the way he reflects on what it means to give a voice to cultures that may not exist much longer, why he taught himself photography to prove his stories were real, and how a pension from the post office set him free to explore the world.
James has visited over 60 countries, documented more than 100 tribal and indigenous cultures, published nearly 1,000 essays, and authored four books. In our Getting to Know You segment he shares his spirit animal, his worst and best meals in the field, what he'd put in a 500-year time capsule, and the one superpower he'd choose to keep exploring as he gets older.
Books by James Michael Dorsey:
— The Lagoon: Encounters with the Whales of San Ignacio
— Baboons for Lunch and Other Sordid Adventures
— Vanishing Tales from Ancient Trails
— Tears, Fear and Adventure
Learn more about James and his books at https://jamesmichaeldorseyauthor.com/
New episodes of Before They Vanish air every 4th Monday at 4pm PST on Big Blend Radio. Subscribe from our favorite platform: https://before-they-vanish.podbean.com/
More about Big Blend Radio at https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
In recognition of World Rainforest Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features co-directors Rob Grobman and Chelsea Greene who discuss their acclaimed documentary film, "We Are Guardians," produced by Oscar-winning filmmaker, actor, and environmental activist Fisher Stevens.
Available worldwide on digital platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Tubi, "We Are Guardians" takes viewers deep into the Brazilian Amazon, where Indigenous Guardians risk their lives to protect one of Earth's most vital ecosystems from illegal logging, mining, land grabbing, and deforestation.
The conversation explores the complex intersections of politics, economics, history, science, and environmental stewardship while highlighting the critical role Indigenous communities play in safeguarding the rainforest. Rob and Chelsea share how the film came together, the dangers they faced while filming, and the hope they found through the resilience, courage, and leadership of the people working to protect the Amazon.
They also discuss how deforestation impacts global climate stability, biodiversity, freshwater resources, and local communities, and share practical ways individuals can support conservation efforts through advocacy, consumer choices, and direct action.
Watch the film, host a screening, support Indigenous Guardians, and learn more at https://www.weareguardiansfilm.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel Avoyelles" Podcast takes a reflective look at faith, resilience, and community in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana.
The show begins with a special message from Wilbert Carmouche, Executive Director of the Avoyelles Commission of Tourism, regarding the historic flooding currently impacting communities throughout Avoyelles Parish and the remarkable resilience of local residents, volunteers, first responders, and organizations working together to help those affected.
Recorded onsite in Bunkie, Louisiana, hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith visit David Haas Memorial United Methodist Church and talk with William Tebow about the church's remarkable journey following a devastating fire that nearly destroyed the historic sanctuary. Through faith, determination, and community support, the congregation rebuilt and renewed a beloved gathering place that continues to serve as a symbol of hope.
The conversation explores the importance of community, the role churches play in small-town life, and how adversity often brings people together. Listeners will hear stories of neighbors helping neighbors, churches supporting one another across denominations, and the enduring spirit that defines Avoyelles Parish.
🔗 Learn more about Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana: https://travelavoyelles.com/
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Sunday. Listen:
https://travel-avoyelles.podbean.com/
🔗Visit Big Blend's new digital home: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
Happy Summer! On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink, and Be Merry" Show, Robert Schueller of Melissa's Produce joins us for a virtual summer foodie shopping spree to stock the brand-new digital Big Blend Media House — pantry, fridge, freezer, wine cellar, backyard grill, poolside bar, and wellness retreat included.
From Petite Pinkglow and Colada Royale pineapples to dragon fruit, tree-ripened mangoes, cherimoya, Moscato grapes, passion fruit, lychees, rhubarb, mini cucumbers, Marzano tomatoes, jicama, gemstone potatoes, steamed beans and lentils, sweet tamarind, ginger and turmeric, hatch onions, shishito peppers, custom spice grinders, shallots, clean snacks, kettle corn, and gourmet dessert crêpes — this is the ultimate summer shopping list, tied to the foodie holidays worth celebrating all season long.
Read the full companion article and get recipes and direct links to every item at: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/a-fresh-taste-of-summer-melissas
Shop all of Melissa's Produce at: https://www.melissas.com/
Visit the new Big Blend Media House at https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "World of Art" Podcast, artist and art historian Victoria Chick explores the life and legacy of Fletcher Martin (1904–1979)—a self-taught American artist whose talent, determination, and keen powers of observation helped him become one of the most respected illustrators and muralists of his era.
From humble beginnings in the American West to working as a boxer, miner, illustrator, muralist, teacher, and war correspondent, Martin lived the experiences he later captured through his art. Victoria discusses how his unconventional path shaped his artistic voice, his work on Depression-era post office murals, his illustrations for major publications, and the inspirational approach he brought to teaching aspiring artists.
The conversation also highlights the importance of preserving artistic heritage, the role of observation in creative development, and how artists can remain true to their own vision while learning from those who came before them.
Victoria is a contemporary figurative artist, a collector of early 19th and 20th-century American prints, and the visionary spearheading the development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico.
🔗LINKS & RESOURCES:
- Victoria’s article on Fletcher Martin: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/artist-fletcher-martin
- Victoria Chick: https://victoriachick.com/
- Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
- World of Art Podcast: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/the-world-of-art-podcast
In celebration of Dog Dad Day (June 20), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Getting to Know You" series spotlights mystery and historical fiction author Matt Cost, whose love of dogs, storytelling, and creative adventure shines in both his books and everyday life.
Through a fun seven-question game, Matt shares insights into his writing journey, favorite hobbies, life lessons, future goals, and the canine companions who have inspired characters throughout his mystery novels. From his popular Maine-based mystery series and thriller adventures to upcoming historical mysteries, Matt offers a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process, the power of storytelling, and why his advice to aspiring writers is simple: "Just do it."
Listeners will also get a glimpse into the imaginative concept behind Big Blend Media House, the new digital home where curiosity, creativity, and community come together.
Pssst! Matt is also preparing to launch the new Big Blend Radio podcast "Pets, Plots & Poisons" with fellow author B.J. Magnani. Premiering this August and airing every third Thursday, the show will explore mysteries, crime fiction, pets, storytelling, and the creative lives of authors.
Learn more about Matt Cost: https://www.mattcost.net/
Check Out Matt's Big Blend "Author Success Insider" Q&A:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/author-success-insider-matt-cost/
Explore Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
In this thought-provoking (and shared) episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for Justice) examines one of the most common—and potentially problematic—workplace metaphors: the idea that coworkers are "family."
While the concept is often intended to foster connection and belonging, Rita explains how the family metaphor can blur boundaries, create unrealistic expectations, and introduce unhealthy power dynamics into the workplace. Unlike families, work relationships are professional, with defined roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures.
This conversation explores how language shapes organizational culture and why leaders should be intentional about the metaphors they use. Rita discusses the difference between chosen and assigned family, the risks of parental and child roles in supervision, and how these dynamics can undermine trust, transparency, and effective communication.
Rather than viewing organizations as families, Rita encourages leaders to think in terms of teams—whether a sports team, jazz ensemble, or another collaborative model. By fostering transparency, ownership, and shared purpose, organizations can create healthier cultures where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.
📌 Resources & Links:
🔹 Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🔹 Supervision Matters Digital Podcast Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/Supervision-Matters-Magazine-2026/
🔹 Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
In celebration of Foster a Pet Month, this special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" podcast is part of our "Getting to Know You" series spotlighting the people behind our shows and celebrating the launch of BigBlendMediaHouse.com.
This episode features co-host Angela Laws, Head of Charitable Partnerships and External Engagement at TrustedHousesitters, who shares her inspiring journey through pet sitting, purposeful travel, animal welfare, and community building.
A lifelong animal lover, Angela discusses how pet sitting became a lifestyle that has allowed her to experience cultures around the world while caring for pets and helping pet parents travel with peace of mind.
From meaningful travel experiences and cultural discoveries to charitable work supporting animal rescue and fostering, Angela reflects on the trust, communication, and compassion that connect people through a shared love of animals.
The conversation also explores the benefits of slow travel, the emotional bonds between pets and their people, favorite destinations, life lessons learned through travel, and the importance of supporting animal welfare organizations.
🐾 Learn more about TrustedHousesitters:
https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
🏡 Explore Big Blend Media House:
https://bigblendmediahouse.com/
🎧 Listen to more "Pet Connection" episodes:
https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
In Part One of her new "Lessons Learned from Travel" series, travel writer and author Linda Ballou shares a memorable story from her award-winning travel memoir, Lost Angel Walkabout.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show, Linda reads an excerpt from her story "Look Both Ways on Small Islands," recounting her first international solo adventure to Tahiti. What began as a dream trip through Bora Bora and Moorea quickly turned into an unexpected lesson in awareness, perception, and personal safety when local authorities mistakenly suspected her of involvement in a drug investigation.
Linda reflects on the travel lessons she learned from the experience, including the importance of situational awareness, trusting your instincts, and understanding that when you travel, you're never as anonymous as you think. The conversation also explores solo travel, personal growth, travel safety, and how these early adventures ultimately inspired the title of her book series, "Lost Angel Adventures."
📖 Listen to the audiobook edition of Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler's Tales on Audible: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Angel-Walkabout-Travelers-Tales/dp/
🌍 Follow Linda's Books & Adventures:
https://www.LindaBallouAuthor.com
https://www.LostAngelAdventures.com
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST. Subscribe from your favorite podcast platform: https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
📖 Explore the NEW “Lost Angel Travel Adventures” Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/podcast-retrospective/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Journey Jukebox" travel podcast, travel writer Lisa Evans explores the fascinating culture, traditions, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit of the Amish and Mennonite communities in Shipshewana.
From handcrafted furniture and pottery to leatherwork, quilting, dairy farming, and buggy making, Lisa shares her experiences meeting local artisans and learning how family, faith, and community shape daily life in Indiana's Amish Country. Highlights include visits to a traditional buggy maker, conversations about Amish and Mennonite history, and discovering how small businesses thrive through craftsmanship and strong community values.
The episode also explores the region's culinary traditions, farming practices, local markets, and unique cultural attractions that offer visitors a deeper understanding of one of America's most distinctive communities. As America approaches its 250th birthday, Amish Country provides a meaningful opportunity to experience traditions, entrepreneurship, and heritage that continue to shape the nation's story.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
- Shipshewana Visitor Center: https://visitshipshewana.org/
- Menno-Hof Amish & Mennonite Information Center: https://menno-hof.squarespace.com/
- Riverwood Pottery: https://www.riverwood-pottery.com/
- Teaberry Wood Products: https://shopteaberry.com/
- Silver Star Leather: https://www.silverstarleather.com/
KEEP UP WITH LISA
- Follow Lisa's Stories: https://writerlisa.com/
- Subscribe to Journey Jukebox: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
- Journey Jukebox Music Playlist on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=71c11c52c77c4596
- Journey Jukebox Podcast Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/JOURNEY-JUKEBOX---2026/#p=1
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer, columnist, and author Cindy Ladage discusses her new book, "True Farm Girl Adventures," and shares stories celebrating rural America, agricultural heritage, small-town communities, and the people who keep these traditions alive.
From antique tractors and agri-tourism experiences to Route 66 road trips, hidden museums, historic figures, county fairs, and unexpected backroad discoveries, Cindy highlights the authentic experiences that connect travelers to America's heartland.
As part of National Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month, this conversation also celebrates the farmers, agricultural traditions, and rural communities that help feed the nation while preserving an important part of America's cultural heritage. The episode also ties into the spirit of America 250, showcasing the stories, landscapes, and local histories that help tell America's ongoing story.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
- New Book, "True Farm Girl Adventures":
https://travelingadventuresofafarmgirl.com/2026/05/30/true-farm-girl-adventures-in-a-book-form/
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Story: "My Encounter with James Dean":
https://travelingadventuresofafarmgirl.com/2020/09/24/my-encounter-with-james-dean/ -
Follow Cindy's adventures: https://travelingadventuresofafarmgirl.com/
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Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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Follow this podcast: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
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Big Blend Radio's "Travel Food & Wine" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jo Goes Everywhere" Travel Podcast that takes us to the Beaufort area of South Carolina, where travel writer and photographer Jo Clark explored two stunning barrier islands: St. Phillips Island and Hunting Island.
Jo shares the story of billionaire conservationist Ted Turner, who once owned St. Phillips Island and built a five-bedroom house there that visitors can actually rent today. She also talks about South Carolina's old-growth forests, the historic Hunting Island Lighthouse, the eerie beauty of Boneyard Beach, and the CCC's role in building the state park system.
The conversation also covers Civil War and Spanish-American War history, the charm of downtown Beaufort (including where to eat and stay), the Port Royal Cypress Wetlands, and a visit to Pat Conroy's grave near Penn Center, a cornerstone of Gullah history and culture. Plus, wildlife lovers will hear about ospreys, alligators, egrets, pelicans, and more.
Read Jo's full article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/st-phillips-island-hunting-island-state-park-sc
📖 Check out Jo's New "JO GOES EVERYWHERE!" Digital Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/kkbr/
📲 Follow Jo: https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ | https://recipestravelculture.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JoGoesEverywhere
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaveGlassWillTravel/
🎧 New episodes air every 2nd Sunday at 7pm ET. Listen: https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
It's a big milestone on the Big Blend Radio "ABCs of Horses" Podcast, producer Lisa D. Smith and world champion horse trainer Christy Wood have made it all the way to Z! And Z is for Zoomies, that joyful, full-speed burst of energy every horse owner loves to watch.
Christy breaks down what zoomies really mean, how to tell the difference between a happy horse blowing off steam and a stressed or fearful one, and why your horse needs plenty of safe space to really run, stop, and roll.
She also covers the role of diet and exercise in managing your horse's energy, how to read body language (especially that tail!), and why you should never try to ride out a bucking or rearing horse — let them get it out of their system first. Plus, toys and enrichment: does your horse want a ball to play with?
This wraps up over two years of the "ABCs of Horses" — but don't worry, Lisa and Christy aren't done! Next month, they kick off round two with a special "Get to Know Christy" episode that reflects over all the equestrian lessons learned in the series.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more: https://wdnhorse.com/
🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com
📖 Check out the NEW ABC'S of Horses Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ABCS-OF-HORSES/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer Petula Brown shares some of her favorite summer festivals, cultural and arts experiences across Southeast Michigan.
From jazz and Celtic festivals to outdoor art events, aviation history celebration, Pride festivities, and lavender-filled wellness retreats, Petula highlights the people, places, and activities that make Southeast Michigan a rewarding destination for travelers seeking authentic local culture and community connections.
The conversation explores communities including Ypsilanti, Chelsea, Dexter, and Milan, showcasing how festivals support local businesses, celebrate heritage, inspire creativity, and encourage healthy outdoor living.
Highlights include the Chelsea Sounds & Sights Festival, Dexter Summer Festival, First Fridays in Ypsilanti, the John E. Lawrence Jazz Festival, Celtic Festival celebrations, the Milan Lavender Harvest Festival, Paint Dexter Plein Air Festival, Thunder Over Michigan, and Ipsy Pride.
Read Petula Brown's article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/southeastern-michigan-summer-festivals
About Petula Brown:
For more than a decade, Petula has written about wellness, family travel, and multicultural experiences for publications including AAA Michigan, Pathfinders Magazine, Spa Magazine, and Crazy Wisdom Journal. Drawing on her perspectives as a woman of color, parent, technologist, educator, and entrepreneur, she creates immersive travel stories that encourage readers to broaden their horizons and discover meaningful travel experiences. Follow Petula Brown: https://www.facebook.com/PYBJourneys/
Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
Check out the Big Blend Radio "Travel Food & Wine" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Getting to Know You" series, we chat with one of our longtime expert contributors, Glynn Burrows, who is an historian, genealogist, tour guide, and founder of Norfolk Tours in England.
For more than 15 years, Glynn has shared stories that bring England's history, culture, genealogy, and travel experiences to life for Big Blend audiences. In this fun and personal conversation, he talks about family, travel, local communities, lifelong learning, favorite foods, the importance of supporting small businesses, and why meaningful travel is about making genuine connections with people and places. He also shares his philosophy on honesty, following your passions, and making a difference—one "starfish" at a time.
You will also learn about Glynn's passion for helping travelers explore England beyond the tourist trail and reconnect with their family history through personalized heritage experiences.
LEARN MORE
- English Connection: https://englishconnection.uk
- Big Blend Media House: https://bigblendmediahouse.com
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quiltripping Travel" Podcast. Travel expert, photographer and host Rose Palmer joins producer Lisa D. Smith from France — where she's in between trips — to share her unforgettable experience aboard Windstar's brand-new Star Seeker on its inaugural Alaska cruise.
Unlike the big-ship experience, the Star Seeker's small size unlocked a side of Southeast Alaska most travelers never see.
Rose takes us deep into Misty Fjords National Monument by zodiac, up close to the Dawes Glacier in Endicott Arm, and through the authentic streets of Wrangell — one of Alaska's last truly uncrowded towns. She shares wildlife encounters including humpback whales, sea otters, sea lions, bald eagles, and even a mother black bear and her cubs in Ketchikan.
Along the way, Rose explores the Tongass National Forest — one of Earth's last great coastal temperate rainforests — and reflects on why slow travel is the only way to truly experience Alaska's wild, pristine beauty.
📰 READ ROSE'S ARTCILES:
🔗 Sailing Off the Beaten Path on a Windstar Cruise to Alaska: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/windstar-cruise-to-alaska
🔗 Windstar Star Seeker Review: https://quiltripping.com/windstar-star-seeker-review/
🔗 Rose's Full Alaska Cruise Article: https://quiltripping.com/windstar-cruise-to-alaska/
🎙️ Rose Palmer shares her travel adventures every second Thursday on Big Blend Radio. Find her at:
https://quiltripping.com
https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/rose-palmer-travel-writer-photographer
Big Blend Radio's "Books & Authors Show" with Books Forward welcomes debut novelist Marianne Rabalais Sulser, whose historical novel "Like Snow Before Sun" is out now through Atmosphere Press.
Born and raised in central Louisiana and now based in Colorado, Marianne takes us deep into the world of 1750s Nova Scotia and the tragic history of the Acadian expulsion — a story she discovered through her own ancestral research.
Marianne shares how tracing her family roots led her to an unexpected and beautiful connection to the Mi'kmaq nation, and how that discovery inspired a novel that is as much about trust, survival, and identity as it is about history. We talk about the difference between Cajun and French Creole culture, the relationship between the Acadians and indigenous nations before the British arrived, the real historical figures who inspired her characters, and why this largely unfictionalized chapter of North American history feels especially timely right now.
Plus — what dish best represents the novel? The answer involves fish. And pork. Because Louisiana.
Visit https://www.mariannesulser.com and find "Like Snow Before Sun" wherever books are sold.
We're heading back to Bells Up Winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley with winemaker and co-owner Dave Specter!
In this Big Blend Radio "Getting to Know You" interview, Dave talks about turning a dead Christmas tree farm into a thriving boutique winery, the music-inspired story behind the Bells Up name, rare grapes you won't find anywhere else in the Willamette Valley — including a sparkling Seyval Blanc and a soon-to-be-released Italian variety nearly wiped out in World War II. Plus, Dave answers our 7 Getting to Know You questions — his spirit animal, bucket list, theme song, dinner party nightmares, and strong opinions about heirloom tomatoes!
LINKS TO FOLLOW
- Learn more about Bells Up Winery: https://bellsupwinery.com
- Visit the new Big Blend Media House: https://bigblendmediahouse.com
Get ready for National Herbs & Spices Day (June 10) with this flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), featuring Spuddy Faucheux — Cajun cook, instructor, entrepreneur, and owner of the Cajun Cooking Experience in Vacherie, Louisiana.
Located right along the historic Jefferson Highway between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Spuddy's place is one of those rare finds that turns a road trip into a memory.
Spuddy breaks down Louisiana's renowned cuisine — why gumbo is the ultimate multicultural dish (African okra, French roux, German sausage, Spanish seasoning, and indigenous filé all in one pot), the real difference between gumbo and jambalaya, and why the best seasoning always starts with salt and pepper.
Along the way, he shares the story behind his legendary nickname (hint: it involves Sputnik), why he traded 27 years in the restaurant business for cooking classes, and what happens when a UK couple, a pep rally of sixth graders, or an 8-year-old girl walks into his kitchen and takes over.
This is Louisiana food culture at its warmest — history, community, storytelling, and a whole lot of flavor!
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Visit Spuddy: https://www.cajuncookingexperience.com/
- Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
- Follow this podcast: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
- Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ekxy/#p=1
- Big Blend Media House: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com
Some islands invite you to relax. This one invites you to discover.
In Part Two of their Caribbean series, Big Blend Radio's "Wanderers Compass" hosts Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough sit down with three extraordinary voices who have made Sint Maarten their home — each one a living thread in the cultural fabric of the Friendly Island.
Former and first Prime Minister and current President of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams shares her lifelong journey of public service and her deep passion for the island she has helped shape since its first days as a constituent country within the Dutch Kingdom.
May-Ling Chun, Director of Tourism, pulls back the curtain on Sint Maarten's bold new direction — from Carnival preservation and the St. Martin Flavors culinary platform to sustainable tourism and quality over quantity.
And in an unplanned but unforgettable conversation, five-decade resident, musician, composer, and entrepreneur Clarence Derby takes us inside the story of Arrow's global hit "Hot Hot Hot" — and shares why giving back will always matter more than the money. Stay tuned to the end for a special music clip from Clarence himself.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Full article that includes Part One of the Podcast Special: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/beyond-the-postcard-of-the-caribbean
- Follow Wanderers Compass: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
- Listen to More Wanderers Compass Podcast Episodes: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
- Check out the Wanderers Compass Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/WANDERERS-COMPASS-MAG-2026/
Milwaukee is having a moment — and the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) is heading there for their 2026 Professional Development Conference, October 18–21!
Big Blend Radio host Lisa D. Smith sits down with three IFWTWA board members to give you the inside scoop on everything that awaits at this year's conference.
GUESTS:
- Cori Solomon — IFWTWA President & Conference Co-Chair: https://www.writtenpalette.com
- Susan Lanier-Graham — Press Trips Committee Chair & Conference Co-Chair: https://www.wanderwithwonder.com
- Andrew Harris — Culinary Advisor & Conference Co-Chair: https://socalrestaurantshow.com
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exclusive private dinner at High Stakes — Chef Paul Bartolotta's brand-new restaurant, opened just for conference attendees
- Cheese workshops, Bloody Mary demos & opening reception at Milwaukee Public Market
- Professional development panels — Inside the Industry, Media Kits That Work, No Stupid Questions & more
- Milwaukee Day — art museum, Harley-Davidson Museum, brewing history, Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, African American history tour, spy bar lunch & more
- Closing reception at the historic Women's Club of Wisconsin
- Pre & post trips: Shipshewana, Indiana & New Glarus, Wisconsin and more.
Open to all IFWTWA members and non-members, the Conference will be hosted at the non-smoking Pottawatomi Hotel & Casino. Day passes available for local Milwaukee writers!
LEARN MORE & REGISTER: https://www.ifwtwa.org/2026-ifwtwa-conference/
What happens when you travel — not for sightseeing, but for the soul?
In this heartfelt episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday" Show, Live & Die Happy Coach Shelley Whizin shares her extraordinary pilgrimage to South Africa, where she spent time on the sacred land of the White Lion Global Protection Trust alongside lionhearted leadership author Linda Tucker and spiritual activist Andrew Harvey.
Shelley traveled in real physical pain — dealing with a bulging disc and sciatica — yet refused to stay home. What unfolded was a profound journey of healing, stillness, grief, and transformation. From a shattering 40-minute ceremony invoking Mother Earth and the white lions, to sitting in silence with wild lions on the African savanna, to confronting the brutal reality of canned hunting farms, this conversation goes deep into what it means to truly be present.
Big Blend Radio host Lisa Smith — who has lived in both South Africa and Kenya — joins Shelley for a richly layered conversation about the cycle of life, the web of nature, trophy hunting, and the healing power of stepping outside your comfort zone.
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Shelley's Article: https://shelleywhizin.substack.com/p/the-lionesses-the-mothers-and-me
- Shelley's Substack: https://shelleywhizin.substack.com
- Shelley's Website: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/
- Shelley's Podcast: https://www.liveanddiehappy.com/podcast
- More from Big Blend Radio: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/
What does it mean to truly care — for yourself, your community, and the world?
On this special World Caring Day and Pride Month edition of Big Blend Radio, host Lisa Smith and award-winning singer-songwriter and co-host Johnny Schaefer welcome two extraordinary guests for a conversation about love, empathy, music, and the courage to be human.
🎬 Geoffrey Levin — founder of the rock band PEOPLE! and director of the new documentary Brothers Broken — shares his journey from the San Francisco folk scene (alongside Jerry Garcia, Jefferson Airplane & Janis Joplin) to 46 years in Scientology, and his long road back to love and family.
🎵 Grammy Award-winning Melissa Manchester reflects on her anthem "A Better Rainbow" — written the morning of President Obama's second inauguration — and what it means to write a song as a prayer. She also shares news about her upcoming role in the musical Cagney and her new album Audacity with Ann Hampton Callaway.
The conversation moves through chosen family, the demonization of empathy, the science of gratitude, and why love is not a weakness — it's a muscle.
🎵 Music to Celebrate Pride Month & World Caring Day Playlist:
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Lat96RCZV7cc6KKXjKq4n?si=n5ceqYt6R5ey_7M9d78nWA
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJI4crWLzr9x6gx8Mu6XWWvJ&si=a4dzNyU8vSWeUKEO
📌 LINKS:
🎬 Brothers Broken Documentary: https://www.brothersbroken.com
🎬 Watch/Stream Brothers Broken: https://geni.us/brothersbroken
🎵 Johnny Schaefer: https://hearjohnny.com
🎵 Melissa Manchester: https://melissamanchester.com
🌐 Big Blend Media House: https://bigblendmediahouse.com
Celebrate the beauty, culture, and adventure of Washington State on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast with travel writer Linda Kissam, the "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Featured guest Matt Wakefield of Visit Tacoma-Pierce County shares insider tips on exploring Pierce County, a diverse destination where mountains, waterfront communities, vibrant cities, charming small towns, and outdoor adventures come together.
From the iconic Mount Rainier to Tacoma's thriving arts scene, unique museums, scenic hiking trails, local culinary experiences, and hidden treasures, discover why Pierce County is an ideal destination for road trippers, outdoor enthusiasts, food lovers, and culture seekers alike.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
- Read Linda's article: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/pierce-county-tacoma-summer-travel-guide
- Plan Your Visit to Pierce County: https://www.visitpiercecounty.com/
FOLLOW LINDA'S ADVENTURES
- More about Linda: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/travel-writer-linda-kissam
- Explore Linda's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Digital Magazine: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-magazine
- Listen to more episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/sip-savor-travel-podcast
Video and photo footage courtesy of Visit Tacoma-Pierce County.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Parks & Arts” Show features Tanya Ortega, founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), discussing the ongoing NPAF Retrospective project that celebrates a decade of artist residencies, creative partnerships, and inspiring stories from national parks across America.
In this engaging conversation, Tanya reflects on the impact artists have had on parks and surrounding communities over the past ten years, sharing how the residency program has grown to include painters, photographers, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, and multidisciplinary artists. She discusses the importance of making the arts accessible, fostering creative opportunities for artists of all ages, and building meaningful connections between people and public lands.
The episode also highlights Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the unique opportunities offered through NPAF artist residencies, while exploring the role of art in preserving cultural heritage, inspiring environmental stewardship, and helping people experience national parks in new and meaningful ways.
Enjoy a special “Getting to Know Tanya Ortega” segment, where she shares personal insights about her favorite parks, travel experiences, artistic inspirations, and the passion that continues to drive the National Parks Arts Foundation forward.
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and its artist residency programs at: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Listen to more Toast to The Parks & Arts episodes:
https://parks-arts.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Candy Month with this special episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Peanut Patch" Podcast featuring Matthew Luna, owner of Desert Freeze Dried and grandson of Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Sitting in for Donna, Matthew shares his expertise in the fascinating world of freeze drying and the innovative ways this technology is transforming food preservation and snacking.
Discover how foods ranging from candy and fruit to complete meals can be freeze dried to create lightweight, shelf-stable treats with unique textures and flavors. Matthew explains the science behind the process, discusses surprising foods that can—and can't—be freeze dried, and shares insights into consumer trends, outdoor recreation foods, emergency preparedness, and creative culinary possibilities.
Whether you're curious about freeze-dried candy, planning your next outdoor adventure, or simply fascinated by food science, this episode offers an entertaining and informative look at one of today's most innovative food trends.
Follow Desert Freeze Dried on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/desertfreezedriedcandy/
🛒 Shop year-round: https://thepeanutpatch.com/
🍽️ Recipes From The Peanut Patch Magazine:
https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/Recipes-from-The-Peanut-Patch/
🎧 Listen & follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday):
https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood explores two foundational yet complex aspects of horse behavior and training: rearing and roping.
The conversation begins with an in-depth look at rearing—why horses do it, what it means, and how understanding this natural communication behavior is essential for safety and training. Christy offers practical advice for beginners and stresses when to seek professional guidance.
The discussion then transitions into the origins and techniques of roping, from its roots in ranching to the modern art of team roping and barrel racing. Listeners will gain insights into proper desensitization, training dynamics, and the importance of matching the right horse with the right rider. Christy also highlights how video analysis can be a valuable tool for improving performance and safety.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more at: https://wdnhorse.com/
🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer and photographer Marni Patterson, who shares her experiences exploring the fascinating history and culture of Istanbul, Turkey, and its surrounding regions.
From the iconic crossroads of East and West to the poignant battlefields of Gallipoli and the legendary city of Troy, Marni delves into the stories, myths, and cultural layers that make this part of the world so compelling. She also discusses the importance of respecting local customs, offers travel tips for exploring Turkey, and reflects on the realities and rewards of being a travel writer.
📖 Read Marni’s article, Exploring History and Culture In & Around Istanbul:
https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-history-and-culture-in-and-around-istanbul/
🌐 Follow Marni’s adventures: https://mptravelwriting.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🌐 Follow this podcast, also featured on Big Blend Radio's “Vacation Station,” “Parks & Travel,” and “Way Back When” channels: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
In celebration of World Egg Day and National Cookbook Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Eat, Drink & Be Merry” Show features food writer, world traveler, and award-winning author Jeffrey Spear, who celebrates the humble egg — a true everyday ingredient that shines in dishes far beyond breakfast.
From deviled eggs to Scotch eggs, soufflés to custards, Jeffrey explores the incredible versatility of eggs in global cuisines. The conversation dives into their nutritional value, creative uses in cooking and baking, and their surprising role in international dishes and beverages. Along the way, he shares stories and insights from his book, "My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure," celebrating the joy of culinary exploration and the art of transforming simple ingredients into extraordinary meals.
🥚 Read Jeffrey’s article “Eggs: Unlimited Potential”:
https://spearwrites.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/eggs_national_culinary_review_2.pdf
🎙️ Topics Covered:
- Culinary and nutritional benefits of eggs
- Creative and international egg dishes from around the world
- Beverages that use eggs for texture and flavor
- Cultural perspectives on eggs and their role in traditional cuisines
- Fun ideas for brunches, themed parties, and creative home cooking
📚 Learn more about Jeffrey Spear and his work: https://spearwrites.com/
📖 Get his book “My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure” on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/My-Life-Gluttony-Culinary-Adventure/dp/0988919117
📺 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
Celebrate the one-year anniversary of "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" on Big Blend Radio!
Travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her unforgettable experience celebrating her 40th wedding anniversary aboard the Magna Carta barge with European Waterways. This luxurious barge cruise along England’s historic Thames River blends elegance, culture, and centuries of history — from Oxford to Hampton Court.
Along the way, Rose and her fellow travelers explored iconic and historic sites such as Christ Church College in Oxford, Cliveden House, Dorney Court, Windsor Castle, Runnymede, and Hampton Court Palace. The conversation delves into the preservation of historic barges, the exceptional culinary experiences onboard, and the natural beauty that defines the Thames — from swans gliding by to rainbows after the rain. Rose also shares insights into filming locations tied to British television and film and teases her next adventure cruising the Mediterranean.
🌐 Read Rose's article about her Thames River barge cruise: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/celebrating-our-40th-anniversary-with-a-luxury-english-barge-cruise/
🔗 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
🎧 Subscribe on Podbean: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
📲 This episode is also Featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, and Way Back When Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of National Book Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Books & Authors Show with Books Forward features author Arlon Jay Staggs, who discusses his debut novel, "Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits" (Koehler Books, October 7, 2025). Perfect for fans of "Fried Green Tomatoes," this tender and charming Southern tale delves into small-town politics, a long-buried tragedy, and a mother whose mysterious, love-laced biscuits are stirring up gossip and a mess of feelings.
Set in 1982 in Bailey Springs, Alabama, "Leta Pearl’s Love Biscuits" follows Trudy, a young widow whose return to the spotlight—amid family drama, small-town scandal, and unexpected romance—forces her to confront her past and decide if she’ll play by the rules or risk everything for the life she truly wants.
In this engaging conversation, Arlon discusses the power of Southern storytelling, the blend of humor and heart in his fiction, and how food and gossip weave through the fabric of small-town life. He also shares insights into character development, the balance between love and tradition, and his personal journey from award-winning copywriter and brand strategist to novelist and writing professor.
Learn more about Arlon at https://www.arlonjay.com/
Learn more about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio at https://bigblendradio.com/
Celebrate the beauty, mystery, and community spirit of autumn in Asheville, North Carolina! This October edition of Big Blend Radio’s "Adventures in Asheville " Podcast highlights the season’s vibrant blend of color, creativity, and connection in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Hosts Steve and Karen Wilson (aka “Mr & Mrs Wild” of The Lion and the Rose Bed & BreakfasT) are joined by Jennifer Johnson-Brown, owner of JJ Brown Productions, and Uncle Ted, musician and guide with Grayline Trolley Tours. Hear about Asheville’s fall foliage along the Blue Ridge Parkway, interactive murder mystery experiences, and haunted history, while reflecting on how the community continues to heal and grow one year after Hurricane Helene.
Enjoy stories of Asheville’s rich cultural past, its creative heartbeat, and its many seasonal offerings — from trolley tours and local brews to cozy stays and community gatherings. It’s the perfect listen for anyone planning an autumn getaway to Beer City USA!
💼 Featured Guests
- Jennifer Johnson-Brown, Owner of JJ Brown Productions – https://www.jjbrownproductions.com/
- Uncle Ted, Musician & Guide with Gray Line Trolley Tours – https://graylineasheville.com/
- Steve & Karen Wilson, Innkeepers at The Lion and the Rose Bed & Breakfast – https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station” and “Big Daily Blend” Podcast Channels. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show, travel writer Terri Guthrie takes listeners to Greenwood, Mississippi, a historic Delta town where Southern charm meets culinary adventure. Known for its rich music history, cinematic fame as a filming location for “The Help,” and unexpected touches of luxury and hospitality, Greenwood offers visitors a soulful experience that’s both relaxing and inspiring.
Explore the walkable downtown, lined with boutiques, art galleries, and the irresistible aroma of Southern cooking. Stroll down Grand Boulevard, a mile-long stretch framed by stately historic homes, and discover the local landmarks connected to Bobby Gentry’s iconic “Ode to Billie Joe” and Blues legend Robert Johnson, whose final resting place lies nearby.
A highlight of the visit is the elegant Alluvian Hotel, where Southern hospitality meets boutique luxury. Guests enjoy spacious rooms, rooftop views, spa treatments, and delicious Southern breakfasts daily. Just steps away, the Viking Cooking School stirs up joy with hands-on classes ranging from pasta-making to Southern brunch. It’s an unforgettable experience for food lovers, couples, and friends alike—plus, guests can enjoy discounts at the Viking Gourmet Store next door.
Terri also spotlights Greenwood’s vibrant dining scene, featuring Fan & Johnny’s, helmed by James Beard-nominated Chef Taylor Bowen Ricketts, and Giardina’s Restaurant, a fine dining favorite with cozy private booths since 1936.
From music and movies to mouthwatering cuisine and Southern hospitality, Greenwood is truly the heart and soul of the Mississippi Delta.
📍 Plan Your Greenwood Getaway
- Visit Greenwood: https://visitgreenwoodms.com/
- The Alluvian Hotel: https://www.thealluvian.com/
- Viking Cooking School: https://www.vikingrange.com/consumer/category/the-alluvian-viking-cooking-school
- Visit Mississippi: https://visitmississippi.org/
🎧 Listen to "Travel with Terri" weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎙️ This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Eat, Drink & Be Merry, and Toast to The Arts podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From festivals in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana, to scenic retreats in Arkansas and historic stops in Kansas and Missouri, Part 2 of Autumn Adventures on the Jefferson Highway continues our fall journey along this legendary “Pines to Palms Highway.” 🍂
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” series, we explore vibrant communities that make this route a must for fall travelers. Hear about lively festivals, community spirit, small-town charm, and unique lodging — from historic motels, relaxing Bed & Breakfasts, and treehouses to boutique stays and classic brand hotels.
FEATURED GUESTS
- Stacy Foley – Greenville Tourism, Texas: http://travelgreenvilletx.com/
- Janna Conklin – Boots Court Motel, Carthage, MO: https://bootscourt66.com/
- Phyllis Bitner – Miners Hall Museum, Franklin, KS: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/
- Tiffany Bertram – Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast, Bismarck, AR: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
- Charlotte Knotek – DeSoto Parish Tourism Commission, Louisiana: https://discoverdesoto.com/
- Billy Sumner – Travel McAlester, Oklahoma: https://travelmcalester.com/
✨ Listen to Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/P6tMrp7STjM?si=vzYsI-LSvNRoEgSl
🚗 The Jefferson Highway, known as the “Pines to Palms Highway”, stretches from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana, weaving through communities with deep historical roots and cultural pride. Learn more: Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
🌐 Sign up to receive the upcoming new digital Jefferson Highway Travel Guide and new website updates: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
📺 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station," "Road Trip Radio" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
In celebration of Dessert Month, Cookbook Month, and Emotional Wellness Month, this delightful and insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s Soul Diving Sunday Show features transformational life coach Shelley Whizin in a sweet conversation about the connection between food, emotional wellness, and personal growth.
Shelley explores how cooking—and especially chocolate—can serve as a beautiful metaphor for life. From embracing mistakes to savoring small indulgences, she reminds us that nourishment goes far beyond the table. Through reflection on creativity, relationships, and self-awareness, Shelley encourages us to approach life (and cooking) with love, joy, and an open heart.
🧘 Key Takeaways:
- October is both Dessert Month and Emotional Wellness Month
- Food can serve as an analogy for life and self-discovery
- Small indulgences support emotional well-being
- Cooking helps us navigate thoughts, feelings, and creativity
- Creating space for new ideas fosters personal growth
- Our relationships with food reflect our relationships with people
- Mistakes can lead to creative breakthroughs
- Finding joy in the process enhances emotional wellness
- Self-reflection deepens our human and spiritual experience
- Love and authenticity are key ingredients for fulfillment
📘 Read Shelley’s article: Bring Love and Chocolate to Your Table
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bring-love-and-chocolate-to-your-table/
📚 Get her book What Do You Bring to the Table? on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Bring-Table-Inspirational/dp/1087932106
🎧 Listen to Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley. New episodes drop every first Sunday: https://soul-diving-sunday-shelley.podbean.com/
📺 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life,” "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and “Big Daily Blend” channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Podcast Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Fall, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Global Diversity Appreciation Month, embracing the rich traditions, flavors, and rhythms that bring people together around the world.
Award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer @hearjohnny and his filmmaker husband Paco Silva share a warm and inspiring conversation about the power of cultural celebrations, the joy of food, and the universal language of music. From birthday customs and King Cake to myths, legends, and the arts, the discussion explores how traditions shape identity and strengthen community bonds.
They also touch on the resilience and authenticity that artists need in today’s creative world, while honoring influential cultural figures who inspire unity, creativity, and pride across generations.
🎵 Listen to the music playlists:
- Hello October: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6MsNG24qzf2BCmNDa5UWYv?si=e54e9564e3784ae3
- Songs That Celebrate Hispanic & Latino Heritage: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/13lB2AwcrN2j1rZ5A8ybGo?si=f70dc99155c1440e
🌐 Learn more about Johnny Schaefer: https://hearjohnny.com
🎧 Listen to Big Blend Radio: https://bigblendradio.com
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show travel writer Linda Kissam, the “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” shares her final boating adventure of the 2025 season, exploring the South Sound region of Washington State.
This engaging conversation dives into the vibrant boating culture of the Pacific Northwest, from the benefits of yacht club membership—like social connections and reciprocal mooring—to the fun of flotillas and the unique character of different marinas, ranging from well-appointed to rustic.
Linda also highlights memorable wildlife encounters with seals, sea lions, and birds, as well as the influence of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly in the area. The episode celebrates the natural and cultural treasures of the region, from the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge to the joy of harvesting local produce that defines the Pacific Northwest lifestyle.
🔗 Read the article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/south-sound-washington-by-boat-explore-relax-enjoy-the-view
🎧 Follow Linda’s podcast: https://lindakissam-foodwinetravel.podbean.com/
🌐 Linda’s travel blog: https://allingoodtaste.info/
🎙️ Also hear this episode on Big Blend’s “Parks & Travel” and “Vacation Station” podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts & Parks” podcast celebrates National Arts & Humanities Month with Queen Esther, who completed a National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist residency at Gettysburg National Military Park in 2020.
Queen Esther reflects on her artistic journey, the emotional impact of her Gettysburg residency, and the themes of her upcoming album Blackbirding. The conversation delves into the historical significance of Gettysburg, the concept of blackbirding, and the power of art in preserving and conveying history. She emphasizes the resilience of the Black community and the importance of understanding the past to navigate the present and future.
The discussion also touches on the role of women in history and politics, spirituality in music, and the significance of artistic expression during challenging times.
🎵 The first single Hold Steady is available here: https://ffm.to/holdsteady
🎵 Pre-save or order the full album Blackbirding here: https://ffm.to/qeblackbirding
🌐 Learn more about Queen Esther: https://www.queen-esther.com
🌐 Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation’s artist residencies: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “The Peanut Patch” Podcast, Donna George shares the sweet excitement of October as The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, re-opens for a new season. Beloved for its nostalgic country store atmosphere, farm-fresh peanuts, and decadent treats, The Peanut Patch is the go-to stop for both locals and travelers.
The conversation explores baking favorites like peanut butter cookies (perfect for National Cookie Month!), the soft crunch of freeze-dried candy, and the decadent flavors of fudge. Listeners will also hear about the fun of building fall-inspired charcuterie boards, the versatility of Medjool dates (even paired with wine or baked into cookies), and the growing popularity of custom gift baskets during the holiday season. From spicy-sweet fall flavors like pumpkin spice to classic peanut brittle, The Peanut Patch is all about celebrating seasonal goodness, National Dessert Month, and making life just a little sweeter.
🛒 Shop year-round: https://thepeanutpatch.com/
🍽️ Get inspired in the kitchen with Donna’s recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
🎧 Listen and follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday): https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
📲 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore the Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From food and drink festivals to fall colors and community celebrations, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “California Sequoia Country” podcast highlights the best of the season in Tulare County, California—home to charming towns, local traditions, and beautiful natural settings.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:
- Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Julia Dix – Tulare Chamber of Commerce: https://www.tularechamber.org/
This conversation explores Tulare County’s fall festivities, seasonal food, and cultural heritage, along with outdoor activities like picnicking and enjoying fall colors. From persimmons and pumpkin dishes to honoring veterans and new events like the Holiday Market at Cahuilla Oaks Preserve, this episode celebrates how fall brings together food, nature, and community spirit.
⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: This episode was pre-recorded before the Oct. 1, 2025 Government Shutdown. Please learn more about visiting the parks during this time, here: https://www.visitvisalia.com/articles/visiting-sequoia-and-kings-canyon-during-the-government-shutdown
📍 Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the Podcast: https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
📡 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s Parks & Travel, Vacation Station, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels. Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate the flavors of fall in this delicious episode of Big Blend Radio’s Wine Time with Peggy podcast! Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of Arizona’s LDV Winery, takes listeners on a flavorful journey through the magic of wine and spice pairings, the excitement of harvest season, and the joy of cooking with fresh herbs.
From cumin and saffron to black pepper and allspice, discover how spices can elevate both your kitchen creations and your wine tasting experiences. Plus, in honor of National Cookie Month, Peggy shares a special recipe for Wine-Infused Cookies—the perfect treat for pairing with your favorite fall wine.
🍷 Podcast Listener Special – Extended through Mid-October 2025!
Purchase 12-bottle cases of select LDV wines for 50% off. Mix and match welcome!
➡️ Available at the LDV Winery Tasting Room.
➡️ Out-of-state listeners can order by emailing Peggy@ldvwinery.com
or calling +1 480-664-4822. Just mention the Wine Time with Peggy podcast!
✨ Episode Highlights:
- Wine and spice make everything nice.
- Harvest season brings unique flavors to wines.
- Rotate spices for optimal freshness and flavor.
- Cooking with fresh herbs adds depth to dishes.
- Saffron may be pricey, but it’s magical.
Celebrate National Cookie Month with wine-infused cookies! 🍪 Recipe of the Month: Wine-Infused Cookies - Get it Here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/cmqu/#p=1
🍇 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
🎧 Follow Wine Time with Peggy: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio Network channels including Eat, Drink & Be Merry and Big Daily Blend. Discover more at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wander the World with Sharon”, award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz takes us to the old-world charm of Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only walled city in North America.
From strolling cobblestone streets to enjoying lively festivals that celebrate French heritage, this conversation explores the city’s rich history, cultural vibrancy, and breathtaking natural surroundings. Listeners will also hear about outdoor adventures like e-biking and kayaking, Quebec’s renowned culinary scene featuring regional wines and Michelin-starred dining, and travel tips including the best times to visit and how to make the most of your stay with a privilege pass. Whether in winter or summer, Quebec City is truly a destination for all seasons.
📝 Read Sharon’s full article:
https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/quebec-city-step-into-old-world-charm/
🌐 Plan your visit to Quebec City:
https://www.quebec-cite.com/en
🎙️ Learn more about travel writer & photographer Sharon K. Kurtz:
https://sharonkkurtz.com
📅 Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST:
https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Way Back When podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Podcast, host/travel writer Terri Guthrie takes us aboard a genuine National Landmark: the historic schooner, the J & E Riggin, in Maine.
In this special conversation, Terri, along with her husband Ron and the schooner's owners, Captains Justin and Jocelyn, share their firsthand experience of sailing Maine's stunning Penobscot Bay. You'll hear how to "trade schedules for sea breezes, and screens for starlight" on this all-inclusive, 3- to 6-night adventure.
The episode delves into:
- Life Aboard: The rhythm of the tides, the optional joy of helping hoist sails, and the camaraderie that develops among guests, affectionately called "Riggin Relics."
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Gourmet Coastal Cuisine: The gourmet meals prepared by Chef Jocelyn and her crew, including the unforgettable, traditional Island Lobster Bake, where lobsters are boiled in seawater on an uninhabited island.
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Timeless Traditions: The schooner's rich history dating back to 1927 and the unique magic of the Wooden Boat Rendezvous, where a flotilla of classic windjammers rafts up for a night of sea shanties and shared stories.
Join us for this inspiring look at a unique vacation that blends adventure, history, culinary delights, and the simple joy of being fully present on the open sea.
Learn More:
- J & E Riggin Schooner: https://www.schoonerriggin.com/
- Terri's Article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-journey-aboard-the-historic-schooner-je-riggin/
Listen:
- Travel with Terri airs Every Tuesday: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
- Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, and Parks & Travel, and Way Back When podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Keep up with Terri's Adventures: https://travelwithterri.net
In this inspiring Big Blend Radio conversation, journalist and author Jane Eisner discusses her new biography, "Carole King: She Made the Earth Move" (Yale Jewish Lives, Sept. 16, 2025). Eisner explores the extraordinary life and career of Carole King, from her humble beginnings in postwar Jewish Brooklyn to her rise as one of America’s most influential singer-songwriters.
The interview delves into King’s groundbreaking role in a male-dominated industry, her authentic and timeless songwriting, her struggles and triumphs as a woman balancing fame and family, and her activism on environmental and social issues. Eisner also highlights how King’s Jewish heritage and immigrant background shaped her artistry, and how her music continues to inspire themes of resilience, honesty, and hope across generations.
🎶 Carole King’s songs — from “Will You Love Me Tomorrow” to the Grammy-winning Tapestry album and beyond — remain beloved worldwide, and Eisner’s book offers a fresh, insightful perspective into the mind and soul of this legendary artist.
This interview is part of Big Blend Radio’s National Literacy Month programming, celebrating the power of books and storytelling. Through Jane Eisner’s biography of Carole King, we see how literature and journalism preserve the voices of cultural icons and inspire new generations of readers and music lovers alike.
📖 Learn more about Jane Eisner and her work at: https://jeisner.com/
🎧 Listen to more Big Blend Radio podcasts: https://www.bigblendradio.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Music Talks with Joey Stuckey (airing every 4th Sunday), we celebrate the 7th Annual Joey Stuckey Alive Day! Held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Mill Hill Community Arts Center in Macon, Georgia, Alive Day is a free, family-friendly music festival that celebrates Joey’s triumph over a childhood brain tumor, and the healing power of music.
Joining Joey in this conversation is his friend and fellow musician Diane Durrett, who is performing at this year’s event alongside Tom Rule, Charles Arnold, Caroline Aiken, and Liz Melendez. Hear about the meaning of Alive Day, the role of community and sponsors in supporting live music, and how music continues to uplift and unite people.
💻 Learn more at: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
🎶 Can’t make it in person? Watch the show live and free online at: https://volume.com/aliveday/
📺 Follow Big Blend Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
Join us on Big Blend Radio’s "English Connection" podcast, airing every 4th Saturday, as historian, tour guide, and Norfolk Tours owner Glynn Burrows shares his recent experiences in Dublin, Ireland. From visiting the Jeannie Johnston ship, which never lost a passenger during its famine voyages, to exploring the General Post Office, the site of the 1916 Easter Rising, Glynn delves into Dublin’s powerful legacy and cultural significance.
This conversation also celebrates World Tourism Day and Ancestor Appreciation Day, reflecting on how travel fosters cultural understanding and how exploring our roots deepens our connection to history. From music as a soulful storytelling tradition to the flavors that shape community identity, this episode highlights how heritage lives on in everyday experiences.
🔗 Learn more:
- Read Glynn's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dublin-a-short-visit-a-long-history/
- Norfolk Tours: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- English Connection Podcast: https://english-connection.podbean.com/
✨ Takeaways:
- Dublin is a welcoming city with a deep, layered history.
- The Jeannie Johnston ship symbolizes hope, as it never lost a passenger.
- The Easter Rising of 1916 reshaped Ireland’s future.
- Understanding history helps us navigate the present and build unity.
- Music and food serve as vital threads of cultural identity.
- Exploring ancestry enriches personal and cultural understanding.
👉 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Big Daily Blend, and Way Back When podcast channels. Explore the podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features Dr. Jaime Goff, founder of The Empathic Leader, LLC and author of “The Secure Leader: Discover the Hidden Forces that Shape Your Leadership Story and How to Change Them” (Amplify Publishing, Sept. 9, 2025).
Dr. Goff shares insights on secure leadership, highlighting the importance of compassion, authenticity, and self-awareness in today’s workplace. She also discusses the impact of generational trauma on leadership styles, navigating toxic environments, and the role of HR in fostering healthier, more resilient leaders.
With over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, professor, and executive coach, Dr. Jaime Goff empowers individuals and teams to embrace personal growth, resilience, and authentic human connection. Learn more at: https://drjaimegoff.com/
🔹 Explore Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Podcast Channel: https://success-express-business.podbean.com/
✅ Takeaways
Secure leadership balances confidence with humility.
Compassion and empathy are essential in today’s workplace.
Generational trauma can shape leadership behaviors.
Self-awareness is key to growth.
COVID-19 emphasized the importance of human connection.
Authentic leadership builds stronger relationships.
Leaders must face fears and anxieties to lead effectively.
Toxic work environments hinder leadership development.
Secure leadership requires ongoing practice and reflection.
HR plays a crucial role in cultivating secure leaders.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, writer and director Matthew Bissonnette discusses his latest film, Death of a Ladies' Man, which is out now on VOD.
Starring Gabriel Byrne, Jessica Paré, and Brian Gleeson, the film follows hard-drinking, twice-divorced professor Samuel O’Shea as he faces a surreal journey through memory, regret, love, and unexpected transformation after receiving a life-changing diagnosis. Infused with the music and spirit of Leonard Cohen, Death of a Ladies Man is a poetic and emotionally charged dramedy that blends heartbreak, humor, and hope.
In this interview, Bissonnette explores themes of addiction, family, the influence of Leonard Cohen’s music, and the importance of weaving truth into storytelling. He also shares insights into the creative process and how the film captures the complexities of the human experience.
Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/JQz1Am56-GQ?feature=shared
It’s time for Fall Fun on the Historic Jefferson Highway! In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” Show, we celebrate autumn travel along the “Pines to Palms Highway”, stretching from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
Featured guests share the unique charm, seasonal beauty, and vibrant community spirit that make the Jefferson Highway an unforgettable fall road trip experience:
- Beth Hilburn – Owner of the Hi-Way Café & Western Motel in Vinita, Oklahoma.
- Hi-Way Café: https://hi-waycafe.com/
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Western Motel: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/western-motel-in-vinita-oklahoma-2/
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Aaron Perry & Cassandra Ringel – Owners of Gearhead Curios & Petrol Motor Quart in Galena, Kansas. Visit: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/gearhead-curios-and-petrol-motor-quart/#
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Glenda Smith – Owatonna Chamber of Commerce & Tourism in Minnesota. Visit Owatonna: https://visitowatonna.org/
From local cafes and culinary events to vintage roadside attractions, community festivals, and fall landscapes, this conversation highlights how small towns along the Jefferson Highway bring together history, culture, and hospitality. The guests also share their stories of community engagement, historic preservation, and the creative ways they attract travelers looking for authentic, nostalgic road trip experiences.
🚗 The Jefferson Highway, known as the “Pines to Palms Highway,” stretches from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana, weaving through communities with deep historical roots and cultural pride.
🔗 Learn more: Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
🔗 Sign up for updates on Jefferson Highway maps, the travel directory, and the upcoming travel guide: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
📅 This podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except holidays). Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Travel journalist and author Kristy Tolley joins Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station podcast to talk about her new book, 100 Things to Do in North Carolina Before You Die. From fall foliage and food trails to hidden gems, historic landmarks, music heritage, and coastal escapes, Kristy shares highlights from across the Tar Heel State and insider tips for creating unforgettable adventures.
We first connected with Kristy on our Adventures in Asheville podcast with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, when she released 100 Things to Do in Asheville Before You Die. Listen to that episode here: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/23-must-do-experiences-in-asheville-in-2023/
👉 Get Kristy’s Book: https://www.reedypress.com/shop/100-things-to-do-in-north-carolina-before-you-die
👉 Follow Kristy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristytolley
✨ Takeaways from this episode:
- North Carolina has must-do seasonal activities all year.
- The Biltmore Estate is a key holiday destination.
- Fall foliage and Krispy Kreme are NC icons.
- NASCAR, moonshine, music, and history shape the state’s culture.
- Hidden gems like the Museum of the House Cat make NC unique.
- Supporting local businesses is vital, especially after disasters.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Global Adventures with Debbie Stone,” travel writer Debbie Stone shares her rejuvenating experience at The Springs Resort & Spa in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
From soaking in the mineral-rich hot springs to enjoying spa treatments, unique aqua activities, and delicious culinary options, Debbie highlights the restorative power of wellness travel. She also reflects on the importance of sleep, relaxation, and self-care, especially during the hectic holiday season.
📌 Key Takeaways:
• Pagosa Springs is a premier wellness destination.
• The Springs Resort has recently undergone a major transformation.
• Hot springs, spa treatments, and relaxation enhance well-being.
• Sleep is a vital part of overall health and wellness.
• Contrast bathing provides therapeutic benefits.
• Unique aqua activities add fun to the experience.
• Culinary offerings are varied and flavorful.
• Walkability makes exploring the resort easy and enjoyable.
• Self-care is essential during busy or stressful times.
• Travel can refresh both body and mind.
📖 Read Debbie’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-a-wellness-mecca-at-the-springs-resort-spa/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
🎙️ Thsi episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life” and “Vacation Station” Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate the magic of fall and the richness of Hispanic Heritage Month with us as we journey through the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Show, travel writer Terrie Guthrie explores the spectacular Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden: ¡Mundo México! event, running from Sept. 20 through Nov. 2, 2025.
The conversation highlights how the Dallas Arboretum, a premier fall attraction, has been transformed with over 110,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash to create an unprecedented celebration of Mexican living culture, contemporary art, and biodiversity. We delve into the stunning pumpkin village, creative art installations, and the importance of this event in fostering community engagement and creating lasting family memories. Discover why this immersive cultural experience positions Dallas as a national destination for cultural tourism.
Key Takeaways:
- The Dallas Arboretum is a beloved year-round destination.
- The event features a festival-wide transformation with over 110,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash.
- ¡Mundo México! celebrates Mexican culture, art, and biodiversity.
- The pumpkin village is a main highlight, showcasing creative pumpkin houses inspired by Mexican regions.
- The gardens feature plants and art installations that tell cultural stories.
- Family-friendly events at the Arboretum are designed to create lasting memories.
- The festival has helped position Dallas as a national destination for cultural tourism.
For more information and to plan your visit, check out the official Dallas Arboretum website: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/
Follow Terri’s adventures:
https://travelwithterri.net/
https://www.instagram.com/travelwithterri/
https://www.youtube.com/@travelwithterri
https://www.facebook.com/travelwithterrifromtexas
🎙️ Listen to Travel with Terri weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Garden Gossip, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio, musician and composer Dave Bainbridge discusses his powerful new solo album, On the Edge (of what could be). Blending folk, rock, progressive, jazz, and modern classical influences with lyrics in English, Scottish Gaelic, and Irish Gaelic, the album features an all-star cast of musicians including Simon Phillips, Troy Donockley, Sally Minnear, Iain Hornal, and more.
Dave shares insights on the themes behind the album—spirituality, connection, nature, hope, and collaboration—and reflects on how music serves as a bridge in a divided world. The conversation also explores nostalgia in music, the significance of the title track, and the vital role of community support for independent artists.
📀 Watch the official album trailer: https://youtu.be/JMiFXkID9go?si=M876WSN4PpKiZLJ5
🌐 Learn more: http://www.davebainbridgemusic.com
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s World of Art podcast, artist and art historian Victoria Chick discusses the fascinating life and work of Eric Gibberd, an artist who found inspiration and success in New Mexico.
The conversation explores Gibberd’s early challenges, his artistic journey from London to the American Southwest, and the influence of Cézanne on his approach to form and abstraction. It also highlights the importance of artistic communities, education, and libraries in nurturing creativity, as well as the role of community engagement in shaping the future of local art initiatives and museums.
Read Victoria’s Article: The Life and Legacy of Artist Eric Gibberd (1897–1972): https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-eric-gibberd-1897-1972/
About Victoria Chick:
Victoria is a contemporary figurative artist, art historian, and the visionary behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. She also collects early 19th and 20th-century American prints.
More to Explore
- Victoria’s Portfolio: https://victoriachick.com/
- Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
- World of Art Podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode also appears on Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts channel.
Discover more: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of Bourbon Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Road Trip Radio Show takes you on a dog-friendly journey along Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail.
Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina, and cohosts of Big Blend Radio’s “Adventures in Asheville” podcast, share their experiences traveling with their dog to iconic distilleries including Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Wild Turkey, and Preservation Distillery. Along the way, they highlight the pet-friendly Bourbon Barrel Cottages, the rich heritage of Buffalo Trace, and the growing international appeal of bourbon tourism.
You’ll also hear from Jay Ballard of Bourbon Barrel Cottages about their accommodations, tours, and event spaces, plus Lynn Aubrey of Buffalo Trace Distillery who shares the history and current visitor experience at America’s oldest continuously operating distillery.
This lively conversation blends travel, history, bourbon, and hospitality with great tips for planning a Kentucky getaway — especially for those traveling with pets.
📝 Read Steve & Karen’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-ultimate-dog-friendly-road-trip-on-the-kentucky-bourbon-trail/
🎙️ Featured Guests
* Steve & Karen Wilson – Owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, NC, and cohosts of Big Blend Radio’s “Adventures in Asheville” podcast. Sharing their dog-friendly Kentucky Bourbon Trail road trip experience. 🌐 https://lion-rose.com
*Jay Ballard – Overview of Bourbon Barrel Cottages and tour options, plus their event facilities. 🌐 https://www.bourbonbarrelcottages.com/
- Lynn Aubrey – Insights on the history of Buffalo Trace Distillery and the current visitor experience at the oldest continuously operating distillery in the U.S. 🌐 https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/
📌 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's Big Daily Blend, Eat, Drink & Be Merry, Vacation Station, and Pet Connection Podcast Channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for Justice) discusses the value of one-on-one meetings in the workplace.
These regular check-ins are essential for building relationships, clarifying expectations, and fostering open communication. Rita shares how one-on-ones can help navigate organizational change, strengthen supervisor-employee trust, and provide a consistent forum for feedback and support—even in remote work environments.
🎙️ Key Takeaways:
• One-on-one meetings are vital for relationship building.
• Regular check-ins help address issues before they escalate.
• Scheduling and honoring meetings demonstrates respect.
• Two-way conversations are critical for effective communication.
• Feedback drives continuous improvement and engagement.
• Meetings prevent burnout and disengagement.
• Structure and consistency enhance productivity.
• Listening is just as important as speaking.
• Supervisors must foster supportive, communicative environments.
📌 Resources & Links:
🔹 Visit Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🔹 Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
🔹 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Show. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Lea Brovedani, The Trust Architect, explores the complex relationship between trust, artificial intelligence, and human interaction.
She discusses the limitations of AI in understanding emotions and judgment, the importance of caring human relationships, and why personal experiences outweigh AI-generated recommendations. The conversation highlights how to balance technology with authenticity, ensuring that trust remains at the heart of our connections.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
• Trust is built through relationships and accountability.
• AI lacks human judgment and lived experience.
• Trust grows when we feel others have our best interests at heart.
• AI is only as good as the input it receives.
• Personal experiences are more valuable than AI-generated recommendations.
📘 Lea Brovedani has been named one of North America’s Top Thought Leaders on Trust by Trust Across America. She’s an author, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Her books include:
- Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World
- TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader
Beyond her leadership work, Lea is also a certified death doula, providing compassionate guidance and support for end-of-life planning.
🔗 Learn more about Lea’s work on trust: https://leabrovedani.com
🔗 Explore her end-of-life services: https://souljourneydoula.com
🎙️ Follow the SUCCESS EXPRESS Podcast: https://success-express-business.podbean.com/
In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning filmmaker Spencer Cohen, who discusses his powerful debut feature, “The Compatriots.”
Inspired by Cohen’s real-life best friend, a Dreamer from Peru, The Compatriots follows Javi (Rafael Silva), an undocumented Latino immigrant facing deportation, who reconnects with his estranged childhood friend Hunter (Denis Shepherd). Together, they embark on an emotional journey to prevent Javi’s expulsion from the only country he has ever called home.
Balancing serious themes with humor and heart, Cohen shares how audiences have connected deeply with the story, sparking important conversations about immigration, identity, friendship, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. released digitally in the US and Canada, the film honors the diverse contributions and challenges of Hispanic and Latin American communities, making it especially meaningful during Hispanic Heritage Month.
🌐 Learn more about the film: http://www.thecompatriotsfilm.com
In celebration of National Pet Sitter Education Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Pet Connection” show dives into the world of pet sitting with co-host Angela Laws of TrustedHousesitters. This inspiring conversation highlights the lifestyle, responsibilities, and education required for pet sitters, and how the experience can transform both lives and careers.
Learn how to:
- Build trust and communicate effectively with pet parents
- Create a strong, compelling pet sitting profile
- Gain valuable experience through volunteering
- Understand animal behavior and provide personalized care
- Prepare for emergencies and veterinary needs
- Connect with the larger pet sitting community
🐾Learn more about Trustedhousesitters: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
🐾 Listen to more “Pet Connection” episodes: https://pet-connection.podbean.com
🎙️ This show also streams on Big Blend Radio’s “Big Daily Blend” channel.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" podcast, travel writer and author Linda Ballou reads an excerpt from her story “Jack London and Me”, featured in her book Lost Angel Unleashed and in the 2024 San Francisco Writers Conference Anthology, "How We Change."
This reading first aired on Big Blend Radio’s special “Feast of Words” Anthology Show, celebrating writers and the transformative power of storytelling. Linda’s piece reflects on Jack London’s adventurous spirit, his influence on her own journey, and the timeless connection between literature and travel.
📝 Learn More & Read:
🔗 Lost Angel Unleashed Book: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/LostAngelUnleashed.html
🔗 How We Change Anthology: https://www.amazon.com/How-Change-Foundation-Conference-Anthologies/dp/1647150116/
🔗 Linda’s full episode covering Jack London: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/linda-ballou-jack-london-and-me/
🌍 Follow Linda’s travel adventures & books:
🔗 https://lostangeladventures.com
🔗 http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST
🎙️ Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
🎤 Also featured on Big Blend Radio's "A Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channel. Explore the full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Journey Jukebox travel podcast, travel writer Lisa Evans shares the fun, flavor, and festivities of Coastal Mississippi in the fall and winter seasons. From the brand-new Amtrak service connecting the region to New Orleans, to lively events like the Cruisin’ the Coast classic car celebration, the Hummingbird Festival, the Peter Anderson Festival, and the sparkling Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival, this episode is all about culture, history, and community spirit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Lisa also talks about exploring historic landmarks like Beauvoir and its Fall Muster Civil War reenactments, and shares how the Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass helps visitors get the most out of their trip. Whether you’re arriving by train or car, this vibrant region is ready to welcome travelers looking for adventure, artistry, and holiday magic.
🎵 Listen to the Journey Jukebox Spotify Playlist inspired by travel:
👉 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648
🗺️ Coastal Mississippi Travel Resources:
Attractions Pass: https://www.coastalmississippi.com/plan/attractions-pass/
Amtrak Service: https://www.coastalmississippi.com/plan/transportation/amtrak/
Hummingbird Festival: https://www.coastalmississippi.com/event/7th-annual-hummingbird-festival/33975/
Peter Anderson Festival: https://peterandersonfestival.com/
Beauvoir & Fall Muster: https://www.visitbeauvoir.org/fall-muster
Cruisin’ the Coast: https://cruisinthecoast.com/
Vicari Car Auctions: https://www.vicariauction.com/
Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival: https://gulfportharborlights.com/
📚 Lisa Evans is the author of 100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die
🌐 https://writerlisa.com/
🌐 https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans
📅 New episodes air every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" and "Big Daily Blend" channels. Explore the Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us for a deep dive into the heart of Texas culture with a special episode dedicated to the Texas State Fair! In this conversation, travel writer Terri Guthrie explores the rich history, endless entertainment, and famous food that make the fair a beloved annual event.
Learn why this tradition has been a Texas institution since 1886 and how it promotes community involvement and local agriculture. From the iconic Big Tex to the unique culinary creations and diverse music festival, Terri covers all the must-see highlights. Plus, she shares essential tips for planning your visit to fully experience everything the fair has to offer. The Texas State Fair runs from September 26 - October 19, 2025.
Key Takeaways:
- The Texas State Fair is a cherished family tradition for many.
- Running since 1886, it's one of the oldest fairs in the country.
- It features a wide variety of entertainment and activities for all ages.
- Food is a major highlight, known for its unique and creative culinary concoctions.
- The fair promotes community involvement, education, and supports local agriculture.
- Big Tex is an iconic symbol and a central part of the fair experience.
- The fair includes a large-scale music festival with diverse genres.
- Planning your visit is crucial to enjoy the fair fully.
- It is a significant and important cultural event in Texas.
For more information and to plan your visit, check out the official Texas State Fair website: https://bigtex.com/
Follow Terri’s adventures:
https://travelwithterri.net/
https://www.instagram.com/travelwithterri/
https://www.youtube.com/@travelwithterri
https://www.facebook.com/travelwithterrifromtexas
🎙️ Listen to Travel with Terri weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features award-winning author, globe-trotting adventurer, and veteran oncology nurse Inga Aksamit. She shares her insights into the rich cultural diversity, natural beauty, and culinary wonders of Indonesia beyond Bali.
With over 17,000 islands, Indonesia offers travelers vibrant marine life, coral reefs, unique cultural traditions, and regional cuisines that make every destination an adventure. Inga highlights lesser-known islands, the importance of sustainable tourism, and the value of respecting local cultures while traveling. She also shares her perspective on travel writing, managing inter-island logistics, and the role of organizations like IFWTWA in supporting travel writers.
📖 Read Inga’s stories about exploring Indonesia:
- Beyond Bali: Your Indonesia Island Itinerary Guide – https://ingasadventures.com/2025/08/04/beyond-bali-your-indonesia-island-itinerary-guide/
- Thinking of Visiting Indonesia? Don’t Stop at Bali — Here’s Where to Go Next – https://medium.com/batw-travel-stories/thinking-of-visiting-indonesia-dont-stop-at-bali-here-s-where-to-go-next-3d99da23854c
🌐 Follow Inga’s adventures: https://ingasadventures.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🌐 Follow this podcast, also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" and "Parks & Travel" channels: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month and National Literacy Month, Big Blend Radio welcomes award-winning author Rudy Ruiz to discuss his latest novel, The Border Between Us. Longlisted for the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, this poignant coming-of-age story follows Ramón López, a young man growing up on the U.S.-Mexico border who dreams of becoming an artist in New York while navigating the weight of family expectations, cultural identity, and the sacrifices tied to the American Dream.
In this conversation, Ruiz shares insights on the immigrant experience, bilingualism, and the complexities of cultural identity. He reflects on family dynamics, the strength of women in his narrative, and the role of literacy in empowering dreams and aspirations. Ruiz also highlights how storytelling can challenge stereotypes, foster understanding, and create community across borders.
Listen as we explore themes of ambition, sacrifice, resilience, and belonging, all through the lens of one of today’s most authentic voices in borderland literature.
Learn more about Rudy Ruiz and his work at: https://rudyruiz.com/
Travel writer and photographer Jo Clark takes us to New Smyrna Beach, Florida, a charming destination known for its family-friendly vibe, culinary adventures, cultural attractions, and nature experiences. From spotting dolphins and manatees to tasting salty mangrove honey and exploring art galleries, Jo shares a well-rounded guide to this laid-back coastal community.
You’ll hear about the area’s delicious seafood, unique museums, seasonal events, and accommodations that make New Smyrna Beach an ideal spot for both family vacations and romantic getaways.
📖 Read Jo's Article: https://recipestravelculture.com/new-smyrna-beach-endless-salty-sunshine/
🌴 Plan your trip: https://www.visitnsbfl.com/
🌍 Follow Jo's Travels:
http://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
https://recipestravelculture.com/
🗓️ “Jo Goes Everywhere!” airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST on Big Blend Radio. Listen & Subscribe: https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
🎙️ This episode is also featured on Big Blend’s Vacation Station and Parks & Travel podcast channels. Explore the network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood explores the fascinating quirks of horses—the playful, creative, and sometimes puzzling behaviors that reveal their personalities and well-being. From lips exploring the world to inventive boredom-busters, these quirks can be both entertaining and informative.
Christy explains how to distinguish between harmless quirks and harmful vices, why observation is key to understanding a horse’s needs, and how feeding practices and sensitivity affect behavior. With personal anecdotes and practical insights, this conversation highlights how quirks strengthen the bond between horse and rider while supporting mental health and happiness in horses.
🐴 Check out this fun video mentioned in the show: Appaloosa Playing Soccer – https://youtu.be/S8xIWoek8Ls?feature=shared
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. More at: https://wdnhorse.com/
🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features renowned author, climate activist, and clean energy expert Bill McKibben, who talks about the transformative power of solar energy and his new book HERE COMES THE SUN: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization (W.W. Norton & Company; Aug. 19, 2025).
McKibben explains why solar power is now the cheapest energy on the planet and no longer an “alternative” but the mainstream solution for businesses, communities, and households. As he puts it, “We’re used to thinking of solar energy as the Whole Foods of energy—nice, but pricey. The reality is that it’s now the Costco of energy: cheap, available in bulk, and on the shelf.”
From the economic advantages of electrification and job creation, to the health impacts of moving away from fossil fuels, McKibben highlights how clean energy is reshaping policy, industry, and everyday life. He also shares insights on the upcoming Sun Day (Sept. 21, 2025), a nationwide grassroots mobilization he’s organizing alongside Denis Hayes (the original Earth Day founder) to raise awareness about the economic and community benefits of solar.
More:
https://billmckibben.com/
https://www.sunday.earth/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer, photographer, and IFWTWA Board Secretary Judi Cohen, also known as Traveling Judi. Judi shares her experience cruising all five Great Lakes with Victory Cruise Lines, highlighting the unique aspects of small ship cruising, the region’s cultural and historical significance, and local flavors discovered along the way.
From the historic charm of Mackinac Island and the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, to the engineering marvel of the Soo Locks, the roaring thunder of Niagara Falls, the cityscapes of Chicago and Toronto, and the seasonal beauty of the waterways, Judi emphasizes how the Great Lakes connect Canada and the United States while offering travelers an unforgettable journey of discovery.
📖 Read Judi’s article, I Cruised All Five Great Lakes with Victory Cruise Lines: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/i-cruised-all-five-great-lakes-with-victory-cruise-lines/
🌐 Follow Judi at https://travelingjudi.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🌐 Follow this podcast which is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" travel channel, here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode of Big Blend Radio features director Christopher Leone (Parallels) and screenwriter Patrick Pianezza, creators of the new film CODE 3, starring Rainn Wilson (The Office), Lil Rel Howery (Get Out), and Aimee Carrero (Your Friends and Neighbors).
Opening in theaters nationwide on September 12, 2025 via AURA Entertainment, CODE 3 follows one intense, unpredictable, and hilariously real day in the life of two burnt-out paramedics. Inspired by actual paramedic stories, the film balances comedy and truth to highlight the financial struggles, emotional toll, teamwork, and underappreciation of EMS workers.
More: https://www.instagram.com/code3movie/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast, travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer takes you on a luxurious journey aboard the Canyon Spirit train. This unique experience, a rebranding of the Rocky Mountaineer for its U.S. routes, offers a chance to explore the American West in style.
Rose shares insights on the stunning landscapes, the attentive service, and the gourmet food that make the Canyon Spirit more than just a mode of transportation. It's a trip that reflects on the historical significance of rail travel in shaping American towns and economies, while focusing on the joy of sightseeing.
"This is luxury sightseeing travel," says Rose, "It's about enjoying the scenery."
Read more about the Canyon Spirit from Rose:
- A Southwest National Park Adventure by Train on the Canyon Spirit: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-southwest-national-park-adventure-by-train-on-the-canyon-spirit/
Detailed Canyon Spirit Review: https://quiltripping.com/detailed-canyon-spirit-review/
Explore more from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
Subscribe to the Podcast: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" and "Parks & Travel" Podcast Channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us on the Parks & Travel Show as we chat with Stanley Anton from America's National Parks! Learn about the organization's mission to support the National Park Service and get the inside scoop on the exciting new Passport to the American Revolution. This special passport helps you discover nearly 50 national park sites tied to America's 250th anniversary, making history come alive for the whole family. Families can combine the passport program with the Junior Ranger program to encourage kids to learn, explore, and protect national parks while creating lifelong memories together.
MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE
About America's National Parks: For over 70 years, the organization has supported the National Park Service, giving back over $183 million through purchases and donations. Their popular Passport to Your National Parks® program, started in 1986, allows visitors to collect stamps and create treasured family memories.
Learn More & Shop:
- America’s National Parks: https://americasnationalparks.org/
- America’s National Parks Store Locator & Online Shop: https://americasnationalparks.org/shop-our-stores/
- Passport to the American Revolution: https://americasnationalparks.org/americas-250th/
Related Reading & Listening
- Historic Lexington & Concord, Massachusetts: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/history-comes-alive-in-lexington-and-concord-part-1/
- California’s Sequoia Country Podcast: https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to America’s National Parks
02:57 – The Role of America’s National Parks
05:53 – Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
09:11 – New Passport to the American Revolution
12:04 – Educational Initiatives & Junior Ranger Programs
14:57 – Collecting Memories: The Passport Experience
17:43 – Personal Park Experiences & Recommendations
Listen to More Big Blend Radio:
- Subscribe to “Parks & Travel” on your favorite platform: https://parks-travel.podbean.com/
- This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore the network of shows here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of National Literacy Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Books & Authors" show with Books Forward features author Liz Parker, who discusses her upcoming novel, "Witches of Honeysuckle House" (October 21, 2025, Alcove Press). A must-read for "practical Magic" fans, this enchanting story blends curses, sisterhood, and the power of plants with themes of generational trauma, family, and community.
Liz shares insights into the 13-year curse central to the story, the sentient house that shapes the narrative, and how her background in herbalism informs the magic woven throughout the book. She also talks about intention in witchcraft, the significance of plants, and her goal of helping readers reconnect with the natural world.
📘 More about Liz and her books: https://www.lizparkerwrites.com/
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Witches of Honeysuckle House
02:07 – The Curse and Its Significance
04:29 – Sisterhood and Generational Trauma
06:28 – Exploring Spells vs. Curses
07:59 – Themes of Family and Community
09:51 – The Impact of Generational Trauma
11:22 – The Role of Plants and Nature
13:35 – The Author's Journey to Writing
17:17 – The Magic of Belief and Imagination
18:53 – The Sentient House and Its Personality
20:50 – Witchcraft and Family Legacy
22:20 – Herbalism and the Power of Plants
29:52 – The Connection Between Plants and Humanity
32:11 – Conclusion and Future Works
🔔 Learn more about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie” Podcast observes National Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month withb oard-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story,” who discusses the critical connection between peripheral vascular disease (PVD) and heart health.
The conversation covers risk factors like diabetes and smoking, recognizing symptoms such as intermittent claudication, and the importance of proactive lifestyle choices. Dr. Jackie also shares insights on dietary habits, managing cholesterol with medications like statins, and the role of regular health management in preventing serious complications such as amputation.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 – Understanding Peripheral Vascular Disease
03:05 – The Connection Between Diabetes and Heart Health
05:40 – The Impact of Smoking on Vascular Health
08:20 – Recognizing Symptoms of Peripheral Vascular Disease
11:06 – The Importance of Diet in Heart Health
13:52 – Managing Cholesterol and Medications
16:30 – Proactive Health Management
19:14 – The Role of Lifestyle in Heart Disease Prevention
19:47 – Closing Thoughts
📘 Learn more about her best-selling book: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
🔔 New episodes air every 2nd Wednesday! Subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Discover everything Cayuga County has to offer, from seasonal outdoor activities and unique culinary experiences like the Sweet Treats Trail, to art and music festivals, wineries, and community events. We dive into the area’s stunning landscapes shaped by its unique geography and agricultural roots, especially in wine, apple, and agricultural production. Whether you're interested in lakeside adventures, historic sites, or charming B&Bs, this episode has something for every traveler.
Our conversation also highlights the Erie Canal bicentennial, the enduring legacy of Harriet Tubman and women’s history, and how Cayuga County continues to inspire travelers with its blend of culture, cuisine, and outdoor beauty.
🗺️ Plan your visit: https://www.tourcayuga.com/
🍷 Discover IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎧 Subscribe & Listen: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to IFWTWA
01:52 - Cayuga County's History & Harriet Tubman
04:38 - Celebrating Women's History
07:22 - A Legacy of Generosity and Care
08:00 - The Role of Quilts in History
10:45 - Experiential Learning Through Travel
13:21 - Exploring the Great Lakes
14:08 - New York's Hidden Gems
16:56 - The Beauty of the Finger Lakes
19:47 - Seasonal Activities (Autumn & Winter)
22:25 - Culinary Delights: Sweet Treats & Local Produce
25:12 - Wineries and Craft Beverages
28:04 - The Arts and Music Scene
30:49 - Festivals and Community Events
33:43 - Lodging and Local Hospitality
36:24 - Historical Significance & The Future of the Region
📢 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station," "Parks & Travel," "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," "Way Back When," and "Women Making History" podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of Oktoberfest season and National Family Meals Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast takes you on a unique culinary journey to Central Market grocery stores in Texas.
This conversation explores the unique experience of this renowned grocery store, highlighting its deep-rooted German heritage and the popular Passport to Germany event. Host/travel writer Terri Guthrie shares her insights on how food connects us to our history and culture, making it a vital part of the travel experience. We discuss the evolution of food culture in Texas, which has a rich tapestry of German traditions and festivals.
You'll discover why Central Market is considered a travel destination in itself, offering a curated selection of local and international foods. This episode is a celebration of flavor, heritage, and the joy of sharing a meal with loved ones. Check out Terri's article about it: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/central-markets-passport-germany/
Key Takeaways:
- Central Market offers a unique and curated grocery store experience in Texas.
- The state's food culture is heavily influenced by German heritage.
- The Passport to Germany event showcases authentic German cuisine and cultural performances.
- Food is a powerful way to connect with a region's history and traditions.
- Exploring local markets is a vital part of the travel experience.
Chapters:
00:00 Exploring Central Market: A Culinary Journey
10:05 Passport to Germany: Celebrating Culture Through Food
19:58 German Heritage in Texas: A Rich Tapestry
29:49 Food Traditions and Connections: The Heart of Culture
New episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast air every Tuesday at 9am CT. Follow the show: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Eat, Drink and Be Merry," "Vacation Station," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Explore the network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wanderers Compass” Travel Podcast, co-hosts Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough, founders of the Wanderers Compass Travel Blog share their unforgettable journey to Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui. From the iconic Moai statues and the ancient Birdman competition to local food, culture, and hidden discoveries, this conversation brings to life the history, traditions, and mysteries of one of the world’s most remote and fascinating destinations.
They discuss the cultural significance of the Moai, the importance of preserving heritage, and how respecting the past deepens the travel experience. You’ll also hear about practical tips for visiting this bucket list destination, favorite local flavors (especially fresh seafood), and activities to enjoy beyond the statues.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 Exploring Easter Island: A Bucket List Destination
02:55 The Journey to Rapa Nui: Planning and Expectations
05:31 Cultural Significance of the Moai Statues
08:38 The Birdman Competition: History and Tradition
11:20 The Mysteries Beneath: Discoveries of the Moai
13:49 Respecting the Past: Preservation of the Moai
16:27 Experiencing Rapa Nui: Local Culture and Guides
19:03 The Connection of Polynesian Cultures
21:59 The Impact of Tourism on Rapa Nui
24:28 Practical Tips for Visiting Easter Island
33:08 Weather Wonders on Easter Island
34:21 Culinary Delights: Food and Drink on the Island
36:55 Cultural Connections: Food Presentation and Local Cuisine
41:40 Spiritual Ties: Respecting the Land and Its People
43:43 Unique Experiences: Horses, Snorkeling, and Local Life
47:34 Travel Tips: Planning for Easter Island
51:13 The Importance of Research in Travel
56:02 Engaging with Local Culture: Beyond the Tourist Experience
📖 Learn more from Wanderers Compass:
- Rapa Nui, Easter Island Travel Guide: https://www.wandererscompass.com/rapa-nui-easter-island-travel-guide/
- 8 Things to Love About Easter Island (Beyond the Moai): https://fwtmagazine.com/8-things-to-love-about-easter-island-beyond-the-moai
🎧 Follow Wanderers Compass:
https://www.wandererscompass.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wandererscompasstravelblog/
https://www.facebook.com/wandererscompasstravelblog
📅 New episodes every second Monday on Big Blend Radio: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on the “Vacation Station,” “Parks & Travel,” and “Way Back When” podcast channels on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Welcome to the debut episode of our new series, A Feast of Words, airing in honor of National Literacy Month! This episode is a must-listen for both readers and writers alike, as we celebrate the power of storytelling and the written word. We've gathered a diverse group of acclaimed authors to share their work and discuss the art of autobiographies, short story collections, and poetry.
Our conversation explores the influence of literary giants like Jack London, the role of anthologies in fostering new voices, and the importance of community and editing in a writer's journey. Tune in to discover fresh narratives across a wide range of genres.
Featured Guests & Books
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG - Award-winning author, writer, and editor shares from his short story collection “House of the Ancients and Other Stories.” More: https://cliffordgarstang.com/house-of-the-ancients-and-other-stories/
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DIANE DOBRY - Travel writer and memoirist shares her “Happy New Year in Budapest” story from the collection “A Pocketful of Dreams.” Read her story: https://gettinghungary.com/happy-new-year-in-budapest/
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LINDA BALLOU – Travel writer and fiction/non-fiction author shares from her essay “Jack London and Me,” which is in the 2024 San Francisco Writer’s Conference Anthology. Learn more,get book links, and hear Linda's full podcast episode about Jack London: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/linda-ballou-jack-london-and-me/
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HEIDI SANDER – Canadian travel writer, educator, and award-winning poet, shares from her poetry collection “Stratford Gems Book 1: A Poetic & Photographic Journey of Stratford.”
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More: https://pages.heidisander.com/books/ and https://www.heidisander.com/
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MATT COST – Award-winning author of mystery and history, Matt discusses his story “Dead Men Don't Kiss” featured in the “Celluloid Crimes” anthology, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Celluloid-Crimes-Deborah-Well/dp/B0FNPHXDZD
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More: https://mattcost.net/
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EVA ELDRIDGE - Travel writer, book industry expert, editor, and co-President of Tucson Sisters in Crime, talks about two anthologies she curated. Both books are available on Amazon:
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Trouble in Tucson: https://www.amazon.com/Trouble-Tucson-Coast-Crime-Anthology/dp/B0BTRPH84K
- Feisty Felines: https://www.amazon.com/Feisty-Felines-Other-Fantastical-Familiars/dp/1680576194
- More: https://evaeldridge.com/ and https://3sides2authorservices.com/
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Tucson Sisters in Crime: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
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SUZANNE FLAIG – Mystery writer and author, talks about two anthologies she is part of. The books are available on Amazon:
- Mystery Most Humorous: https://www.amazon.com/Donna-Andrews-Presents-Malice-Domestic-ebook/dp/B0F6KRMY7D
- Danger Awaits!: https://www.amazon.com/SoWest-Sisters-Sleuths-Chapter-Anthology-ebook/dp/B0FNS2H162
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More: https://www.suzanneflaigwriter.com/
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ARYN YOUNGLESS – Writer, indie publisher, and genealogist, discusses anthologies she is part of, including one she put together in high school.
- “Made in L.A” and “A Night of Misfit Stories” anthologies: https://asyounglessauthor.com/read-me/
- “Echoes of the Youth” high school anthology: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084? params=ujFY7byK3uekkrw6NR3kIQNoGBES3ivK2SdcQjK09Lk
- Genealogy Services: https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/
Key Takeaways for Writers & Readers
- For Writers: Gain insights into the submission process for anthologies, the value of short story collections as a stepping stone, and the crucial role of editing. Learn about building a supportive community to help you on your creative journey.
- For Readers: Discover acclaimed authors and fresh narratives across a variety of genres, including memoir, mystery, travel, and poetry. This episode will help you find your next favorite story.
In celebration of Self-Awareness Month, this insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s Soul Diving Sunday Show features transformational life coach Shelley Whizin exploring the art of shifting—how small adjustments in life can lead to profound and lasting transformations.
The conversation delves into the importance of self-awareness, authentic communication, and the role of workshops in personal growth. Shelley emphasizes the value of recognizing even the smallest achievements, living authentically, and creating ripple effects that bring more joy and balance into our lives. She also shares wisdom on navigating relationships, honoring the soul within the human experience, and embracing mistakes as opportunities for learning.
🧘 Key Takeaways:
- Small shifts can create significant life changes
- Self-awareness is essential for recognizing and celebrating achievements
- Communication from the heart fosters deeper connections
- Workshops can provide tools and insights for growth
- Our human experience is intertwined with the soul
- Living authentically is key to true happiness and fulfillment
- Mistakes are valuable lessons for growth
- The ripple effects of our choices influence relationships and joy
- Recognizing and validating our efforts enhances self-perception
- Self-discovery is an ongoing journey of patience and kindness
📘 Read Shelley’s article: The Art of Shifting: Tiny Adjustments, Big Changes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-art-of-shifting-tiny-adjustments-big-changes/
📚 Get her book What Do You Bring to the Table? on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Bring-Table-Inspirational/dp/1087932106
🎧 Listen to Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley. New episodes drop every first Sunday: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm20NIMflxEGwyLKTjkxkFXk
📺 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life” and “Big Daily Blend” channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Podcast Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning singer-songwriter Teresa Tudury, celebrating the release of her powerful new album "Perhaps You’ve Heard of Me," and Johnny Schaefer, singer-songwriter and podcast cohost. Recorded in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Teresa’s album is raw, soulful, and deeply authentic — featuring Charlie Musselwhite on harmonica and Rickie Lee Jones on vocals.
Teresa and Johnny discuss the power of music, authenticity in artistry, the journey of creating and sharing songs, and how intimate performances and collaborations shape an artist’s life. Expect stories about resilience, humor, and the healing role music plays during hard times.
Songs featured in this episode: Teresa’s “All These Horrible People” and “Cowgirls” (featuring Rickie Lee Jones).
Keep up with Teresa:
- https://www.teresatudurymusic.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/TeresaTuduryMusic/
Keep up with Johnny:
- https://hearjohnny.com/
- Hear Johnny’s new single "Find a Place": https://youtu.be/4OsJMo-sK_o?feature=shared
⏱ Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Music and Guests
04:39 Teresa's New Album and Recording Journey
10:15 The Power of Music and Connection
14:54 Authenticity in Music and the Role of Artists
19:59 The Importance of Art in Difficult Times
25:11 Teresa's Musical Journey and Influences
30:00 The Evolution of Music Venues
35:09 The Role of Humor in Music
39:50 The Reality of Being a Musician
45:30 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Diva Saturday,” travel writer Linda Kissam, the “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” shares her recent adventures in Sidney, British Columbia—a lovely seaside town on Vancouver Island that’s rich with culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty.
This lively conversation highlights the charm of Sidney, from strolling the waterfront walkway and exploring local bookstores to savoring delicious pastries from the town’s famed bakery. Linda also spotlights the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, multicultural dining experiences, and the area’s vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
Linda also shares insights on the local transit system that connects Sidney to nearby attractions like Victoria and Butchart Gardens—where high tea, boutique shopping, and beautiful gardens await. Whether by land or sea, Sidney offers a delightful mix of adventure and relaxation that makes it a must-visit destination.
🔗 Read the article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/nautical-adventures-exploring-the-beauty-of-sidney-british-columbia/
🎧 Follow Linda’s podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
🌐 Linda’s travel blog: https://allingoodtaste.info/
🎙️ Also hear this episode on Big Blend’s “Parks & Travel” and “Vacation Station” podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Read a Book Day with Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show as we chat with award-winning author S.L. Woeppel about her gripping new psychological thriller, "The Butcher and the Liar."
At the heart of this dark and haunting story is Daisy Bellon, a Chicago butcher who has worked hard to bury her father’s grisly past—until an anonymous letter forces her to confront family secrets, childhood trauma, and the ghostly reminders of what she witnessed as a child. When someone close to her is murdered in a chillingly familiar way, Daisy must finally decide whether to expose the truth or risk becoming the monster she fears.
In this conversation, S.L. Woeppel shares her evolution as a writer—from her rom-com debut "Flipping the Birdie" (a BookLife Prize finalist) to exploring the shadows of human nature in her latest novel. We discuss the duality of identity, the influence of childhood experiences, the impact of family legacies, and how creativity often grows out of both passion and pain.
🔗 Learn more about S.L. Woeppel and her books: https://www.slwoeppelbooks.com/
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast channel. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks” Show features Tijuana Ricks and Anthony Pirro, who recently completed a National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist-in-residence program at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Known for her roles in Billions and Marvel’s Luke Cage, Tijuana is an acclaimed actress, writer, and director. Her partner, Anthony, brings a unique perspective as an educational leader, genomics researcher, along with a background in creative production. More: https://www.tijuanaricks.com/
In this insightful conversation, Tijuana and Anthony share their experiences and insights from their time on the Big Island. They discuss the vital role of storytelling, the profound connection between humanity and nature, and how their immersive experience in Hawaiian culture inspired their creative process. The episode also explores the evolving landscape of the arts in the face of new challenges, emphasizing that authenticity and the human experience are more vital than ever.
🌐 Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation’s artist residencies:
https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" and "Parks & Travel" Podcast Channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “The Peanut Patch” Podcast, we're celebrating a new season! Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, shares all the delicious details as the country store gets ready to open its doors for the season on October 1st.
Whether you’re visiting in person or exploring their brand-new website, you'll get a taste of everything in store, including their famous homemade peanut brittle and sweet freeze-dried candy. We also dive into the health benefits of their locally grown Medjool dates, how to use Donna’s signature salsas for Chicken Month, and why local honey is a sweet must-have. Plus, she shares some delicious ideas perfect for Family Meals Month and Better Breakfast Month!
Tune in to discover how this cherished Southwest tradition is celebrating a new season of flavor while continuing to delight locals and travelers alike.
🛒 Shop year-round: https://thepeanutpatch.com/
🍽️ Get inspired in the kitchen with Donna’s recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
🎧 Listen and follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday): https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
📲 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Experience the beauty and bounty of fall in California’s Sequoia Country with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “California Sequoia Country” podcast!
Explore the vibrant outdoor activities, seasonal wildlife, and lively community events of Tulare County, California—home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:
Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Alida Verduzco Silva – Tulare County Economic Development: https://discovertularecounty.com/
Julia Dix – Tulare Chamber of Commerce: https://www.tularechamber.org/
Sandy Blankenship – Exeter Fall Festival / Kiwanis Club: https://www.exeterkiwanis.org/
Magdalena Salazar – City of Porterville: https://www.ci.porterville.ca.us/
From fall colors in Mineral King and active wildlife in the parks to local celebrations like the Dark Sky Festival, Taste of Downtown Visalia, Exeter Fall Festival, Springville Apple Festival, Tulare County Fair, Porterville Pioneer Days, and foodie favorites like the Taco Trail, this conversation highlights the best of Tulare County during the fall season.
📍 Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the Podcast: https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
📡 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Explore the diverse culture, culinary delights, and rich history of New York State in this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Podcast.
Travel writer Diane Dobry shares insights into what makes New York unique — from the vineyards and wineries of the Finger Lakes region to the iconic cityscape of The Big Apple, and the serene landscapes of the Hudson Valley and North Country. Tune in as we travel from East to West, highlighting everything from the hidden gems of Lawn-Guy-Land (Long Island) to the vibrant communities of Central New York and the Mohawk Valley, and the historic sites of Western New York.
This episode is your guide to New York's must-see attractions and hidden treasures, including West Point, the Culinary Institute of America, and the spas of Saratoga Springs. Whether you're interested in travel tips, history, or the state's best-kept secrets, join us for a journey across New York's buzzing streets and serene landscapes.
👉 Read Diane’s article, “A Native New Yorker’s Favorites from East to West”: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-native-new-yorkers-favorites-from-east-to-west/
ABOUT DIANE DOBRY: Diane is a content creator who covers travel, food, wine, and spirits. A former PR professional and journalism professor, she began international travel with a Fulbright award to Hungary, where she later taught, imported wine, and co-taught a viticulture course. Her work has been published in numerous outlets.
Her websites:
DiscoveryDaze: https://discoverydaze.com/
GettingHungary: https://gettinghungary.com/
HungarianAquarian: https://hungarianaquarian.com/
🎧 Listen in for travel tips, history, and hidden gems across New York State — from NYC’s buzzing streets to Upstate’s serene landscapes.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" celebrates the start of the fall harvest with delicious recipes and wine pairings. We revisit three of Peggy's fantastic dishes—Ricotta and Roasted Grape Crostini, Apple and Blueberry Crisp, and Spiced Apple Chutney Wontons—while highlighting LDV Winery's special offers and celebration of International Grenache Day (Sept. 20).
Featured Recipes in this Episode:
- Ricotta and Roasted Grape Crostini: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ricotta-roasted-grape-crostini/
- Apple & Blueberry Crisp: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-apple-and-blueberry-crisp-recipe/
- Spiced Apple Chutney Wontons: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spiced-apple-chutney-wontons/
Episode Highlights:
- LDV Winery is offering a 50% discount on select wines this September 2025.
- Ricotta and roasted grape crostini is a simple yet elegant appetizer.
- Roasting grapes enhances their sweetness and flavor.
- Apple and blueberry make a delightful pairing in desserts.
- Using Macintosh apples can elevate the apple blueberry crisp.
- Allspice adds a unique flavor to desserts and dishes.
- Spiced apple chutney wontons are a creative and fun recipe.
- Cooking together can be a romantic date night activity.
- Wine pairings can enhance the flavors of fall-inspired dishes.
- LDV Winery encourages visitors to experience their tasting room.
Hosted by Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" brings together food, wine, and culture. New episodes drop every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time.
🍇 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
🎧 Follow “Wine Time with Peggy” Podcast: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
🎙️ This episode also airs on the Big Blend Radio's "Eat Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" podcast. Discover more shows at https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wander the World with Sharon”, we explore Anchorage, Alaska as the perfect gateway to adventure, and follow the journey south to Seward by scenic train.
From biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail to savoring local seafood and Wild Scoops’ unique ice cream flavors, this conversation highlights Anchorage’s vibrant blend of nature, culture, and cuisine. We also take you aboard the Coastal Classic train ride to Seward, the breathtaking Kenai Fjords tour, and cultural experiences like the Iditarod race and the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Plus, there’s a peek at exciting future travels to Quebec City!
📝 Read Sharon’s related articles:
- Alaska Railroad GoldStar Service – Coastal Classic: https://shebuystravel.com/alaska-railroad-goldstar-service-coastal-classic/
- Anchorage Stopover Itinerary: https://shebuystravel.com/anchorage-stopover-itinerary/
- Anchorage in Focus: A Smart Stopover Between Cruise and Land: https://www.vaxvacationaccess.com/the-compass/posts/anchorage-in-focus-a-smart-stopover-between-cruise-and-land/
🎙️ Learn more about travel writer and award-winning photograher Sharon K. Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com
📅 Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST:
https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station and Parks & Travel podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get ready to embrace the colors, flavors, and festivities of autumn in Asheville! This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Adventures in Asheville” Podcast highlights the best ways to experience fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains—from leaf peeping and haunted tours to festivals, food, and art.
Co-hosted by Steve & Karen Wilson—aka “Mr & Mrs Wild” and innkeepers of the beautifully restored Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District—this lively conversation covers:
🍂 Breathtaking fall foliage along the Blue Ridge Parkway
👻 Haunted tours that dive into Asheville’s history and spooky side
🚶 Outdoor adventures like hiking and ziplining in crisp autumn air
🎨 Cultural festivals and Art in the Park featuring local artists
🎶 Seasonal events that showcase Asheville’s vibrant community
🍷 Food and drink experiences that celebrate fall flavors
🎃 Halloween festivities that bring the city together in fun, festive ways
🛏️ Cozy fall stays and unique hospitality at The Lion & The Rose B&B
🎧 From fall color drives and haunted history walks to art festivals, food, and Halloween fun—this episode is your seasonal guide to Asheville’s autumn charm.
🛏️ Learn more about Steve & Karen Wilson and their beautiful B&B: www.lion-rose.com
🎙️ More Fall-Fun Asheville Episodes to Enjoy
(Note: some interviews are pre-Hurricane Helene)
Ziplining: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/zipline-asheville/
Montford Historic District: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/the-montford-historic-district-of-asheville-north-carolina/
WNC Nature Center: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/wnc-nature-center/
Chimney Rock State Park: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/adventures-at-chimney-rock-north-carolina/
Ghostly Adventures: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/ghostly-adventures-in-asheville-north-carolina/
23 Must-Do Experiences: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/23-must-do-experiences-in-asheville-in-2023/
🎧 "Adventures in Asheville" airs every 1st Tuesday of the month. Listen and follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
🌐 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s "Vacation Station," "Parks & Travel" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore more Big Blend Radio podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show, travel writer Terri Guthrie shares her family’s multi-generational adventures in the San Antonio Hill Country. From exploring the awe-inspiring Natural Bridge Caverns and experiencing the breathtaking bat emergence at Bracken Bat Cave, to interacting with giraffes and exotic birds at the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, Terri highlights the wonder and joy of connecting with nature.
The conversation showcases the beauty, excitement, and educational value of outdoor experiences, and how they create unforgettable family memories. A perfect feature for Intergeneration Month, this episode reminds us of the value of shared travel experiences across all ages.
📖 Read Terri’s article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/texas-hill-country-travel-surprises
🛎️ Plan your San Antonio trip: https://www.visitsanantonio.com/
🎙️ Listen weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Nature Connection, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History Podcast, we explore the powerful story of the Amazon Army March of 1921 in Southeast Kansas. Thousands of women — armed not with weapons, but with pots, pans, and unshakable courage — marched to support miners demanding fair working conditions. This occurred on the historic Jefferson Highway.
Featured guests are:
- Phyllis Bitner – Chair, Miners Hall Museum Foundation Board of Trustees. The Miners Hall Museum in Franklin, Kansas is dedicated to preserving and sharing Southeast Kansas coal mining history and its diverse immigrant culture. More: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/
- Linda Knoll – Board Trustee of Miners Hall Museum and one of the founders. She is the playwright of Army of Amazons, the catalyst for the "Solidarity" mural project (1999–2000). Linda’s work has been featured through the Humanities Kansas Speakers Bureau, honored with a Civil Rights Award by the NEA, and even nominated for an Emmy through PBS. More: https://www.amazonarmy.com/
Although this conversation premieres for Labor Day, the story of the Amazon Army is timeless — a reminder of how ordinary women made extraordinary contributions to justice, equality, and workers’ rights.
📖 Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction to the Amazon Army March
02:33 – Historical Context of Franklin and Coal Mining
05:34 – Immigrant Experiences and Community Development
08:40 – Life in the Coal Mining Towns
11:27 – The Role of Women in Labor Movements
14:26 – The March of the Women: A Historical Perspective
16:52 – Conditions of Miners and Their Families
19:51 – Strikes and Labor Rights in the Mining Industry
22:28 – The Impact of Gender on Labor Movements
30:45 – The Hidden History of the Amazon Army
33:54 – Women’s Rights and Social Justice
36:05 – Resilience and the Fight for Rights
37:16 – Moonshining and Economic Struggles
41:51 – Preserving History and Future Projects
48:43 – A Poetic Reflection on Struggles
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Women Making History," "Jefferson Highway," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate American Artist Appreciation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. Lance shares details about the gallery’s new rotating exhibits on view from September 5, 2025 through January 28, 2026. These special collections highlight different dimensions of the artistry of Ted DeGrazia, one of the most reproduced artists in the world.
The fall/winter exhibits include:
- Brush Drawings of Ted DeGrazia (1945-1963): Bold, fluid works created without a pen, capturing children at play, ballerinas in motion, cowboys, horses, musicians, and miners.
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Ceramic Paintings of Ted DeGrazia: Figurative works painted on ceramic plates and sculptural forms, featuring beloved subjects like angels, madonnas, roadrunners, and petroglyph-inspired designs.
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DeGrazia’s Pastels (1953-1978): A rare showcase of impressionistic pastel drawings, many never before displayed, including live demonstration pieces created during public events.
This conversation also explores DeGrazia’s creative process, his impact on the Southwest art scene, and the gallery’s role as a cultural landmark and community hub in Tucson, Arizona.
🔗 Learn more: http://www.degrazia.org
🎙️ New Tales of Ted DeGrazia episodes air every 4th Sunday
📲 Follow the podcast: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com
This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s “Big Daily Blend" and “Toast to The Arts” podcast channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Sandwich Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Burger Bliss Series, where we explore burger culture from its origins to unique flavors and favorite local spots. From peanut butter “Elvis Burgers” and nostalgic drive-in cheeseburgers to gourmet creations and jalapeño bacon stacks, our guests share their tasty stories and culinary connections.
Featured Guests
- Glynn Burrows – Norfolk Tours, England | https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- Victoria Chick – Artist, World of Art Podcast | https://victoriachick.com/
- Lisa Evans – Travel writer & author | https://writerlisa.com/
- Beth Hilburn – Hi-Way Café, Vinita OK | https://hi-waycafe.com/
- Steve & Karen Wilson – The Lion & The Rose B&B, Asheville NC | https://lion-rose.com
- Tiffany Bertram – Tiffany’s B&B, Hot Springs AR | https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
Episode Highlights
- The Hamburger Name Debate (Hamburg, Germany connection)
- Peanut Butter “Elvis Burger” & Elvis’s Tupelo cheeseburger stop
- The new Jefferson Highway Burger at Hi-Way Café
- Asheville’s favorite burger & beer pairings
- Burger hotspots in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Listen to Burger Bliss 1 & 2:
- Part 1: https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com/e/hamburger-happy-hour/
- Part 2: https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com/e/cooking-burgers/
Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & Hamburger Origins with Glynn Burrows
05:00 – Memorable Burger Stories with Victoria Chick
10:30 – Elvis & Johnnie’s Drive-In with Lisa Evans
15:30 – The J.H. Burger with Beth Hilburn
20:00 – Asheville Favorites with Steve & Karen Wilson
25:00 – Hot Springs Flavors with Tiffany Bertram
30:00 – Wrap-Up: Burger Culture & Shared Food Memories
Celebrate National Sandwich Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Burger Bliss Series, we head into the kitchen (and fire up the grill!) to explore the art of cooking burgers — from creative vegetarian options to turkey, venison, and the classic all-American patty. Along the way, we dig into the joy of cooking, the importance of simplicity, cultural twists on burgers around the world, and even the future of food sustainability.
👉 Listen to Burger Bliss – Part One: https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com/e/hamburger-happy-hour/
Featured Guests & Recipes:
* Angela Laws – Community Manager of TrustedHousesitters.com, on the quest for the perfect vegetarian burger.
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Shelley Whizin – Transformational Life Coach & author of What Do You Bring to the Table?, sharing her Turkey Meatloaf Burger Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/shelleys-savory-and-sweet-turkey-meatloaf-burgers/
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Chef Ivan Flowers – 5-Star Chef & Culinary Instructor, on crafting the perfect patty and his Classic American Hamburger Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/classic-american-burger-recipe/
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Ryan Slough – Travel writer (Wanderers Compass) sharing tips and health benefits of cooking flavorful Venison Burgers: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
More Burger Recipes from the Big Blend Archives:
- Peppercorn Crusted Burgers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peppercorn-crusted-burgers/
- ShackBurger: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-shackburger/
- Mushroom Provolone Burger: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/
- Vegetarian Italian Herb Burgers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/
- Ultimate Black Bean Burgers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ultimate-black-bean-burgers/
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Burger Bliss Series
02:03 – Exploring Vegetarian Burgers
11:09 – Transformational Cooking with Shelley Whizin
28:01 – The Joy of Burgers
29:11 – Teaching Culinary Skills Through Burgers
31:56 – Crafting the Perfect Burger Patty
32:36 – Defining the Classic American Burger
34:44 – Simplicity in Burger Restaurants
36:51 – The Nostalgia of Burgers and Milkshakes
39:04 – Cultural Variations of Burgers
41:45 – Innovative Vegetarian Burger Options
54:31 – The Future of Food: Bioengineering and Sustainability
57:11 – Culinary Creativity: Merging Tradition with Innovation
1:00:40 – Exploring Venison: Health Benefits and Cooking Techniques
1:04:04 – The Art of the Burger: Crafting Deliciousness
1:10:03 – Cultural Perspectives on Meat: A Global Journey
1:18:32 – Whiskey and Burgers: The Perfect Pairing
🎧 This episode is part of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry and Big Daily Blend Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🔥 Stay tuned for Part Three of our Burger Bliss Series, where we’ll wrap things up with even more juicy burger fun. 👉 Subscribe to Big Blend Radio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
Celebrate the end of American Adventures Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” Show, we travel to Greenville, Texas, a vibrant community located along the historic Jefferson Highway. Featured guests Stacy Foley (Tourism Manager) and Micah McBay (Community Engagement Director) from Greenville Tourism share what makes this destination a must-visit stop for travelers exploring the “Pines to Palms Highway” from Winnipeg to New Orleans.
Discover Greenville’s thriving arts and culture scene, including the historic Greenville Municipal Auditorium that has hosted world-famous performers, as well as community theater and live music venues. Foodies will love the city’s unique mom-and-pop restaurants, winery, and bustling farmers market, while travelers can stay in chic downtown lofts, cozy treehouses, trusted national brand hotels, and other family-friendly lodging options.
Outdoor lovers will find plenty of parks, trails, and recreational activities, and year-round festivals – like the Festival of the Arts – highlight the creativity and hospitality of the community. Greenville is also known for its budget-friendly travel options, with many free events and attractions that welcome visitors from near and far.
This conversation also highlights how the Jefferson Highway connects communities like Greenville, supporting local tourism, cultural heritage, and regional pride.
🔗 Plan Your Visit to Greenville, Texas: http://travelgreenvilletx.com/
🔗 Learn More about the Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
🔗 Explore the Upcoming Jefferson Highway Travel Guide: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
📅 Follow the “Historic Jefferson Highway” Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s California Employment Law Podcast, San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs is joined by Christina Liao Tong from The Law Offices of Jane Oak.
Together, they unpack the growing complexities of immigration law in California amidst increased ICE enforcement. The conversation addresses employer compliance with I-9 forms, the risks of paying workers under the table, and the legal challenges tied to undocumented workers. They also explore employee rights, proactive strategies for handling ICE visits, and the broader impact immigration policies have on families, including issues of child labor and trafficking.
About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
About Christina Liao Tong: https://lawofficesofjaneoak.com/staff/christina-liao/
🎧 More episodes: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/
🔊 This episode is also part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, author Sarah May discusses her inspiring memoir, She Journeys: A Memoir of Heartbreak and Homecoming (She Writes Press, Sept. 9, 2025). Through her personal story, Sarah shares how she overcame heartbreak, trauma, and toxic relationships, ultimately creating a life rooted in freedom, gratitude, and love.
In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah reflects on the importance of nature, rituals, and gratitude in the healing process. She opens up about reclaiming personal power, embracing vulnerability, and building healthy relationships, while encouraging others to take responsibility for their own happiness. By sharing her journey, Sarah hopes to empower listeners to find hope, healing, and renewal in their own lives.
💚 This episode is part of our National Wellness Month and Happiness Happens Month coverage, highlighting the power of resilience, healing, and choosing joy.
Learn more at: www.shejourneys.us
Key Takeaways:
- Healing and self-discovery are lifelong journeys shaped by resilience.
- Nature, rituals, and gratitude can guide personal transformation.
- Building healthy relationships begins with personal growth and boundaries.
- Sharing stories creates connection and empowerment.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Sarah May and Her Journey
04:45 – Life on the Road: The Van Life Experience
09:12 – Overcoming Darkness: The Journey of Healing
13:38 – Recognizing and Escaping Toxic Relationships
18:27 – The Power of Rituals in Healing
23:06 – Creating a New Life: From Trauma to Freedom
24:37 – Navigating Divorce and Relationships
26:29 – Understanding Abuse and Control
28:11 – Healing from Trauma and Personal Growth
30:02 – Reclaiming Personal Power
30:54 – The Healing Power of Nature
34:39 – Building Trust in New Relationships
36:45 – Gratitude and Personal Responsibility
42:51 – Empowering Women Through Healing
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Global Adventures with Debbie Stone,” travel writer Debbie Stone shares her colorful and cultural journey through Seville, Spain.
From the lively April Fair with its week-long celebrations, to the architectural wonders of the Seville Cathedral and Real Alcázar, Debbie highlights the history, energy, and beauty that make the city unforgettable. She also explores the fiery passion of flamenco, the flavors of Seville’s culinary scene, and the artistry of Triana ceramics, reflecting on how travel connects us to culture, history, and community.
📌 Key Takeaways:
• Seville is a vibrant city full of history, architecture, and culture.
• The April Fair is a festival of color, joy, and community.
• Columbus’s resting place is a powerful historical landmark.
• Flamenco is a passionate and expressive art form.
• The food culture is rich, diverse, and welcoming.
• Triana is renowned for its pottery, markets, and charm.
• Walking is the best way to explore Seville’s historic neighborhoods.
• The hospitality of locals enhances the travel experience.
📖 Read Debbie’s article:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-the-enticing-charm-of-seville/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
🎙️ This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station” Channel. Explore the network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of Family Fun Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show with travel writer Terri Guthrie explores the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in Texas. From exciting scavenger hunts and seasonal attractions to the resort’s expansive River Bluff water experience and lazy river, Terri highlights why this destination is perfect for multi-generational getaways.
The conversation also covers San Antonio’s rich history, family bonding through shared experiences, gourmet and casual dining options, and luxurious touches like the resort’s golf course. Whether you’re traveling with kids, parents, or grandparents, this is a year-round resort escape that offers something for everyone.
📖 Read Terri’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/multigenerational-getaway-jw-marriott-san-antonio-hill-country-resort/
🛎️ Plan your San Antonio trip: https://www.visitsanantonio.com/
🎙️ Listen weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, longtime fair lending and CRA expert Josh Silver discusses his new book, Ending Redlining: Through a Community-Centered Reform of the Community Reinvestment Act (Armin Lear Press, March 25, 2025). With the first major overhaul of CRA rules in nearly three decades set to take effect in January 2026, Silver explains what these changes mean for banks, communities, and the future of economic justice.
From the rise of online banking and cryptocurrency to the challenges of gentrification and housing affordability, Silver shares why a community-centered approach to banking reform is essential to ensuring fair lending and reinvestment in historically underserved neighborhoods. He also highlights the role of community banks, the power of documenting success stories, and how everyday citizens can take action to foster lasting change.
Learn more about Josh Silver and his work:
Website: https://www.endredline.com/
Substack: https://joshsilver.substack.com/
Big Blend Radio’s “Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie” Podcast
In recognition of National Wellness Month and Back to School season, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany—author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story”
—shines a light on the alarming rise of heart disease among younger generations.
The conversation explores key risk factors such as vaping, stress, obesity, and diabetes, while emphasizing the role of families in fostering healthy eating habits, physical activity, and heart health awareness. Dr. Jackie also discusses the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, the importance of routine checkups, and how family involvement can make a life-saving difference in promoting healthier lifestyles for kids and teens.
📘 Learn more about her book: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 – National Wellness Month and Heart Health Awareness
03:37 – The Impact of Vaping on Heart Health
05:53 – Stress, Anxiety, and Their Effects on Youth
10:00 – The Dangers of Drug Use on Heart Health
13:00 – Family Responsibility in Heart Health
16:13 – The Mediterranean Diet and Heart Health
18:52 – The Importance of Family Activities for Heart Health
21:47 – Understanding Stents and Heart Health
23:55 – Back to School: Prioritizing Family Heart Health
25:15 – Closing Thoughts
🔔 New episodes air every 2nd Wednesday! Subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Music Talks" show with Joey Stuckey, the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia, Joey draws on his extensive experience as a blind award-winning guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, and sound engineer to share insights into the art and process of music production.
From preparing for that first recording session and managing nerves, to budgeting, collaboration, and finding balance between creativity and perfectionism, Joey offers invaluable advice for both emerging and seasoned musicians. The conversation also reflects on the growth that comes from mistakes, the evolving role of home versus professional studios, and the importance of celebrating milestones like Joey’s inspiring Alive Day.
Learn more about Joey and his inspiring musical journey at https://www.joeystuckey.com/
What You’ll Learn in this Episode
- How to prepare for the recording studio and set realistic expectations
- Why budgeting and collaboration matter in music production
- The value of mistakes and celebrating creative milestones
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Joey Stuckey and His Journey
02:27 Preparing for the Recording Studio
09:32 Realistic Expectations in Music Production
16:09 The Role of Home Studios and Remote Collaboration
25:32 The Art of Communication in Music Production
36:35 The Role of a Producer vs. Engineer
38:22 Artistic Intent and the Creative Process
39:57 Understanding the Unconventional
41:30 Nerves and Performance Anxiety in Music
43:01 Creating a Comfortable Studio Environment
45:02 The Importance of Honest Feedback
46:32 The Growth Process in Music Production
47:24 Recognizing Diminishing Returns in Recording
49:20 The Balance of Creativity and Perfectionism
51:34 Embracing Mistakes and Learning from Detours
54:04 Celebrating Triumphs: Joey Stuckey's Alive Day
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Toast to The Arts," "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll," and "Success Express" podcast channels. Explore and follow the Big Blend Radio Network of shows here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us on Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" Podcast with Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, as we celebrate Eat Dessert First Month and National Sponge Cake Day with a lively and nostalgic conversation with about British desserts.
From timeless classics like sponge cake, scones, trifle, puddings, carrot cake, and meringues, to the exciting wave of new desserts such as Eton Mess and other creative cakes, discover how England’s sweet traditions continue to evolve. Along the way, we highlight how historic favorites reflect culinary history while modern treats showcase changing tastes, and explore the cultural significance of bakeries, tea shops, and the beloved art of baking.
📖 Read Glynn Burrows’ companion article: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in England – https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/satisfy-your-sweet-tooth-in-england/
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Big Daily Blend and Eat, Drink & Be Merry podcast channels. explore: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection show features climate storyteller and activist Denali Sai Nalamalapu, author of “Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance” (Timber Press / Hachette, May 13, 2025).
Based in Southwest Virginia, Nalamalapu is a powerful new voice in climate storytelling and a leader in one of Appalachia’s most courageous environmental resistance movements. Holler chronicles the fight against the Mountain Valley Pipeline through the eyes of six local activists—a teacher, a nurse, a photographer, and more—who dared to challenge corporate power and government complicity in the heart of coal country.
The conversation explores:
- How visual storytelling makes climate issues more accessible.
- The diverse perspectives and skill sets that strengthen grassroots movements.
- The importance of community involvement in resisting fossil fuel expansion.
- How innovation, education, and personal stories can drive climate action.
- Why self-care and balance are vital for sustaining long-term activism.
Blending personal insight, lived experience, and stunning visual storytelling, Nalamalapu offers a moving and empowering look at resilience, resistance, and the future of the climate movement. More at: https://denali-sai.com/
🎧 This Nature Connection episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Quality of Life" and "Rants, Raves & Rock" Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Lea Brovedani, internationally recognized as “The Trust Architect,” dives into the world of con artists, deception, and trust. From the five tenets of trust to the psychology of scams, Lea unpacks why people get conned, how to recognize red flags, and the vital role of gut instincts and verification in protecting yourself.
Through stories, insights, and practical tools, the conversation highlights how con artists exploit human emotions, why reputation and recommendations matter, and how emotional intelligence can help you navigate trust in both personal and professional settings.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
• Trust is built on five tenets: caring, commitment, consistency, competence, and communication.
• Con artists often exploit trust and caring to manipulate others.
• Listening to gut instincts is an important defense against deception.
• Verification and research are essential when dealing with unfamiliar people or situations.
• Love bombing is a red flag in both relationships and workplaces.
• Scams often succeed by playing on desires, vulnerabilities, and emotions.
• Investigative journalism plays a vital role in exposing con artists and scams.
• Always trust your gut—but verify before you act.
Lea Brovedani has been named one of North America’s Top Thought Leaders on Trust by Trust Across America. She’s an author, speaker, and workshop facilitator, and her books include:
📘 Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World
📘 TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader
Beyond her leadership work, Lea is also a certified death doula, offering compassionate guidance and support for end-of-life planning.
🔗 Learn more about Lea’s work on trust: https://leabrovedani.com
🔗 Explore her end-of-life services: https://souljourneydoula.com
🎙️ Follow the SUCCESS EXPRESS Podcast: https://success-express-business.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's QUALITY OF LIFE Podcast Channel.
Celebrate National Dog Month with this expert conversation on how to keep your pet healthy, happy, and safe during the "Dog Days of Summer." In this episode, we're joined by veteran pet sitter and co-host Angela Laws from TrustedHousesitters and Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation. We cover essential pet care during the summer heat, with a special focus on dogs, and offer crucial tips for preparing pets for storms and emergencies. The discussion includes insights on the importance of hydration, microchipping, and creating safe outdoor spaces, with a focus on mindful planting and maintaining a clean environment.
The TurfMutt Foundation shares these crucial tips:
- STORM SMARTS: Have a safe, quiet indoor space for your pet during storms, and ensure their ID tags and microchip registration are current.
- BEAT THE HEAT: Provide plenty of fresh water and shade. Walk your dog during the cooler parts of the day and check the pavement temperature—if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws.
- TRAVEL READY: Use a crate large enough for your pet to stand, sit, and turn around in for safe car travel. Never leave pets in a hot car.
- RIGHT PLANT, RIGHT PLACE: Choose non-toxic vegetation for your backyard and opt for real grass over artificial turf, as it stays cooler and is gentler on paws. For more, consult the ASPCA’s list of toxic and non-toxic plants: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/dogs-plant-list
Key Takeaways:
- Summer heat can be dangerous for pets; hydration is key.
- Microchipping pets is crucial for their safety.
- Create a safe space for pets during storms.
- Know your pet's hiding spots during stressful events.
- Nature starts at your back door; create a pet-friendly garden.
Find out more about our guests and their organizations:
- Angela Laws: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
- Kris Kiser: https://www.turfmutt.com/
🐾 Listen to more "Pet Connection" episodes: https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
This show is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel.
Celebrate American Adventures Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" podcast with travel writer and author Linda Ballou, who shares her coastal California adventures visiting both new and familiar destinations featured in her book, "Lost Angel in Paradise."
From Malibu’s resilience and Santa Barbara’s cultural charm to Morro Bay’s birding hotspots, Cambria’s elephant seals, and the rugged trails of Big Sur, this episode highlights the beauty, recovery, and hidden gems of California’s breathtaking coastline. Linda also emphasizes the importance of preserving nature while enjoying outdoor adventures like hiking, birdwatching, and exploring scenic byways.
📝 Read Linda’s Articles:
🔗 Untamed Beauty of Big Sur: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/linda-ballou-samples-the-untamed-beauty-of-big-sur-along-the-pacific-coast-highway-from-point-lobos-to-pacific-grove/
🔗 Bird’s Eye View of Morro Bay: https://travelscope.net/birds-eye-view-of-morro-bay-on-the-central-coast-of-california/
🔗 Whale Trail Stops on Hwy 1: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/whale-trail-stops-on-the-hwy-1-discovery-route/
🔗 Lollygagging at the Olallieberry Inn: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/lollygagging-at-the-olallieberry-inn/
🌍 Follow Linda’s travel adventures & books:
🔗 https://lostangeladventures.com
🔗 http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST
🎙️ Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
🎤 Also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station", "Big Daily Blend", "Road Trip Radio," and "Parks & Travel" Podcast Channels. Explore the full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Journey Jukebox travel podcast, travel writer Lisa Evans takes us on an adventure through Nashville, Tennessee, the “Music City” that blends legendary stages, cultural landmarks, and artistic spirit. From the Ryman Auditorium and the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, to the lasting legacy of Johnny Cash and the interactive experiences at the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville continues to be a place where music shapes the community and connects people.
The journey also highlights unexpected and fascinating stops like the full-scale Parthenon, the historic elegance of the Union Station Hotel, and family-friendly attractions like Madame Tussauds Nashville. Lisa also spotlights the National Museum of African American Music, an essential stop for understanding the deeper roots of the city’s sound.
This episode is part of our celebration of American Adventures Month and American Artist Appreciation Month, honoring the destinations, stories, and creativity that make the U.S. such a vibrant place to explore.
🎵 Listen to the Journey Jukebox Spotify Playlist inspired by Nashville:
👉 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648
🗺️ Lisa’s Nashville Travel Articles & Resources:
- National Museum of African American Music: https://writerlisa.com/2024/01/16/the-national-museum-of-african-american-music/
- The Parthenon: https://writerlisa.com/2023/11/14/parthenon-in-nashville-tennessee/
- Union Station Hotel: https://writerlisa.com/2023/12/08/union-station-hotel-nashville/
- Madame Tussauds Nashville: https://www.madametussauds.com/nashville
- Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp: https://www.visitmusiccity.com/
📚 Lisa Evans is the author of 100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die
🌐 https://writerlisa.com/
🌐 https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans
📅 New episodes air every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Toast to The Arts, Way Back When, Big Daily Blend, and Rants, Raves & Rock Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Podcast, travel writer Terri Guthrie provides an enchanting conversation about the captivating city of Istanbul, a destination where history, culture, and two continents seamlessly blend.
Terri takes you on a personal journey through Istanbul’s stunning architecture, from the jaw-droppingly impressive Blue Mosque to the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, where haggling is part of the fun. This episode also delves into the city's rich history, providing insights into its significance as a bridge between Europe and Asia.
Beyond the sights, hear about the culinary delights of Istanbul, and learn about the luxurious accommodations for a truly unforgettable stay. Whether you're planning a trip or simply dreaming of one, this episode provides a personal and inspiring look at why Istanbul, Turkey is a top-tier travel destination.
Key Takeaways:
- Istanbul is a rich and vibrant travel destination that straddles two continents.
- Historic mosques like the Blue Mosque are must-see architectural wonders.
- The Grand Bazaar offers a unique and memorable shopping experience.
- Turkish cuisine provides an array of unforgettable flavors and dining experiences.
- Safety and hospitality make Istanbul a welcoming city for tourists.
Listen to more from Travel with Terri: Tune in weekly to the podcast: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station podcast channel. Discover more: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), celebrates American Adventures Month with travel writer and author Peggy Cleveland, who discusses the second edition of her book "100 Things to Do in Tacoma Before You Die" (Reedy Press, Sept. 1, 2025).
Often overshadowed by nearby Seattle, Tacoma shines with its blend of mountain, city, and sea—offering a rare mix of culture, adventure, and community spirit. Peggy’s book highlights hidden gems, cultural attractions, culinary delights, and outdoor activities, with insider itineraries and tips for exploring all that Tacoma, Washington has to offer.
🎧 Listen in for:
- Why Tacoma is a hidden treasure with a rich railroad and military history
- The influence of glass artist Dale Chihuly on Tacoma’s vibrant art scene
- Family-friendly attractions like the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Outdoor adventures and quirky finds, from gondola rides to waterfront trails
- Tacoma’s diverse food scene and the importance of supporting small businesses
- Events and festivals that showcase the city’s community spirit
- Peggy’s personal journey and why she chose Tacoma as her forever home
📘 Get the book: 100 Things to Do in Tacoma Before You Die: https://reedypress.com
🌍 Follow Peggy’s adventures: https://peggywhereshouldigo.com/
🍷 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates American Artists Appreciation Month with acclaimed singer, songwriter, and musician John McAndrew, who talks about his brand-new solo album, Better Side of Me (Quarto Valley Records).
A seamless blend of blues, Americana, roots music, and pop sensibilities, Better Side of Me showcases McAndrew’s soulful and jagged vocal style—at once bluesy, plaintive, moving, and deeply inspiring. The album is a collaboration with producer Denny Seiwell (co-founder and drummer of Wings) and musician/producer Fernando Perdomo, whose combined expertise elevates McAndrew’s heartfelt storytelling into an unforgettable listening experience.
In this conversation, John reflects on:
- The storytelling power of songwriting.
- The influence of the Midwest on his music.
- The importance of intimate venues for live performances.
- Collaborating with producers who understand and honor the artist’s vision.
- The role of music in healing, reflection, and civil rights.
With his ability to inspire and uplift through music, John McAndrew continues to captivate audiences across the country while shining a light on the profound connection between art, humanity, and social healing.
🎶 Learn more about John at: https://johnmcandrew.com/
🎶 Watch John’s Better Side of Me live concert at Kulak’s Woodshed in North Hollywood, CA: https://johnmcandrew.com/Concert-01.htm
🎶 Explore more episodes on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite with Pat Kelly, co-owner of the legendary Kelly’s Westport Inn in Kansas City, Missouri. A must-visit destination for both locals and travelers, Kelly’s is not only a cornerstone of Kansas City’s nightlife and culture, but also a historic treasure for those traveling the Jefferson Highway.
Founded on a legacy of hospitality, Kelly’s Westport Inn has been welcoming generations of guests with its warm, inclusive atmosphere. Pat shares stories of his father’s vision, the bar’s evolution over the years, and its deep connection to the local community. From hosting sports fans and local events to supporting Kansas City’s artists and musicians, Kelly’s has long served as a gathering place where history, art, and community come together.
This conversation also underscores the importance of preserving local history and art, connecting to earlier Big Blend Radio episodes with artist and historian Victoria Chick on Kansas City-connected artists Arthur Kraft and Thomas Hart Benton:
Arthur Kraft: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-arthur-kraft/
Thomas Hart Benton: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-thomas-hart-benton-country/
Learn more about Kelly’s Westport Inn at: https://kellyswestportinn.com/
Celebrate American Artist Appreciation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s World of Art podcast, where artist and art historian Victoria Chick delves into the life and legacy of Arthur Kraft (1922-1977). This talented Kansas City artist is known for his murals, mosaics, and significant contributions to public art.
The conversation explores:
- Kraft’s artistic journey from a young age
- Kansas City’s vibrant artistic history and his place within it
- The importance of public art in shaping community identity
- Challenges artists face in preserving their work amid shifting perceptions
- Personal connections and the role of solitude in the creative process
- The need to preserve artistic heritage for future generations
Also featured is a discussion tying in the influence of Thomas Hart Benton, further grounding the conversation in Kansas City’s rich artistic lineage.
Featured images are courtesy of Pat & Randy Kelly, owners of Kelly's Westport Inn — listen for Pat’s interview coming up next!
Read Victoria’s Articles:
- The Life and Legacy of Artist Arthur Kraft: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-arthur-kraft/
- Exploring Thomas Hart Benton & ‘Country’: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-thomas-hart-benton-country/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist, art historian, and the visionary behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. She also collects early 19th and 20th-century American prints.
More to Explore
- Victoria’s Portfolio: https://victoriachick.com/
- World of Art Podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
- Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
This episode also appears on Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts and BIg Daily Blend channels. Discover more: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Hamburger Happy Hour Party” kicks off our 3-part “Burger Bliss” Series, celebrating National Sandwich Month and the lead-up to Labor Day Weekend grilling! This fun and flavorful group chat brings together food writers, world travelers, and burger lovers to swap stories, recipes, and favorite burger destinations from across America and around the globe.
From traditional backyard bites to creative gourmet stacks, we explore how hamburgers connect us through nostalgia, culture, and the simple joy of sharing a meal. We also take a tasty trip around the world to sample unique international burger variations, reminisce about memorable burger moments, and admit our fast food guilty pleasures.
Chapters:
00:00 – Hamburger Happy Hour Introduction
02:53 – Exploring Favorite Burgers
05:27 – Happy Hour Conversations: Who Would You Invite?
10:37 – Memorable Burger Experiences
16:09 – Unique Burger Ingredients and Preferences
23:50 – Global Burger Adventures
35:14 – Unique International Burger Experiences
38:26 – Fast Food Favorites and Experiments
Featured Guests:
- Jeffrey Spear – Food writer & author of My Life in Gluttony. Shares his Peppercorn Crusted Burgers Recipe.
Website: https://spearwrites.com/
Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peppercorn-crusted-burgers/
- Jo Clark – Food, wine & travel writer (Have Glass Will Travel). Shares her adventures during Gwinnett Burger Week in Georgia.
- Website: https://haveglasswilltravel.com/
- Article: https://recipestravelculture.com/unique-gwinnett-county-near-atlanta/
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Podcast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-gwinnett-county-georgia/
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Cheryl Ogle – World traveler, travel advisor & owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel.
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Website: https://heywannago.com/
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Johnny Schaefer – Award-winning singer-songwriter & world traveler. Released his new single “Find a Place” on the day of this recording.
- Website: https://hearjohnny.com/
- Song Info: https://hearjohnny.com/epk-for-find-a-place
🎧 This Happy Hour episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Big Daily Blend and Eat, Drink & Be Merry Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🔥 Stay Tuned! This is just Part One of our 3-part Burger Bliss Series. Don’t miss Parts 2 & 3, where we’ll serve up even more mouthwatering recipes, travel destinations, and burger-loving stories. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio on YouTube for all the delicious fun: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
Discover why self-awareness is one of the most powerful leadership skills you can develop. In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Supervision Matters” Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever shares how self-awareness helps leaders build trust, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and create stronger, more effective teams.
You’ll learn practical strategies for increasing self-awareness, fostering it within organizations, and using it to enhance workplace performance and innovation.
📄 Key Topics:
- Self-awareness in leadership
- Building trust and team culture
- Communication and personal boundaries
- Conflict resolution and self-management
- Encouraging self-awareness in teams
🔗 Resources & Links:
🌐 Visit Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🎙️ Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
📚 Discover more business & career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate American Adventures Month and National Parks Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" podcast!
Travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her epic three-week road trip through Alaska and the Yukon. From bear viewing at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park to exploring the rugged beauty of Wrangell–St. Elias National Park and Kluane National Park, Rose’s journey is filled with adventure, wildlife, and unforgettable scenery. She also talks about navigating the legendary Alcan Highway, making the most of car rentals in Alaska, and her stay at the luxurious yet remote Tincup Wilderness Lodge. Along the way, she samples surprising culinary delights and offers practical tips for planning travel in these vast and wild destinations.
🌐 Read Rose's article about her stay at the Tincup Wilderness Lodge: https://quiltripping.com/tincup-wilderness-lodge-review/
🔗 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
🎧 Subscribe to the Quiltripping Travel with Rose Podcast on Podbean: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
📲 Also Featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, Road Trip Radio, and Big Daily Blend Channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
“Dumb Girl” (She Writes Press, Aug. 19, 2025) is an inspiring memoir of a woman who overcomes the physical, emotional, and sexual abuse of her early life to blossom into a gun violence prevention activist.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features award-winning author and activist Heidi Yewman, who talks about her powerful new memoir, “Dumb Girl: A Journey from Childhood Abuse to Gun Control”.
In Dumb Girl, Heidi chronicles her life from surviving childhood abuse in a toxic environment to becoming a leading voice against gun violence. The title reflects the deep-seated struggles with self-worth shaped by her early experiences, and the book explores themes of trauma, resilience, forgiveness, and the power of community.
During this heartfelt conversation, Heidi shares how sports became a refuge, how activism provided an outlet for personal pain, and why storytelling is essential for healing and connection. She also addresses the urgent issues of gun violence, youth safety, and generational trauma—offering insights on why open, honest conversations are necessary to drive change.
Key Takeaways:
- The meaning behind the title Dumb Girl and its connection to self-perception.
- How childhood experiences shape identity and mental health.
- The role of sports and community in fostering resilience.
- Activism as a transformative path from trauma.
- Why sharing stories helps lift shame and build connection.
- Forgiveness as a challenging but vital part of healing.
- The ongoing impact of gun violence on children and families.
🎧 Listen in and learn more about Heidi at: https://heidiyewman.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s A Toast to The Arts podcast, award-winning author Matt Cost talks about his latest release, Glow Trap, the sixth and final book in his Clay Wolfe / Port Essex Mystery series.
From the origins of the “glowy” nickname for extremist groups to the fascinating world of art theft, Matt shares the research and creative process behind this twist-filled conclusion to Clay Wolfe’s saga. Along the way, he reflects on writing 18 books in just over five years, the challenges of crafting layered characters, and what’s next for his storytelling journey.
Learn more about Matt Cost at: https://www.mattcost.net/
Subscribe to the podcast: https://toast-the-arts.podbean.com/
Celebrate American Adventures Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA, as we explore the vibrant food, wine, and beer scene of Medford, Oregon with Carole Skeeters-Stevens of Travel Medford.
This Southern Oregon region is home to the Rogue Valley American Viticultural Area, recently named the #2 Best Wine Region in the United States by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
From over 70 wine varietals to craft breweries, fertile farmlands, and seasonal events, Medford offers a delicious mix of flavors and experiences. It’s also the hometown of two culinary legends: the world-famous Harry & David, known for gourmet gift baskets and artisanal treats, and the award-winning Rogue Creamery, celebrated for its world-class blue cheese. You can also visit Crater Lake National Park, a breathtaking natural wonder and perfect picnic destination.
The conversation highlights how the region blends winemaking innovation with deep-rooted traditions, supports sustainable agriculture, and embraces the beauty of each season—especially in the fall. You’ll also hear about outdoor adventures, community hospitality, and how Travel Medford makes it easy to plan your visit.
🍷 Plan your trip: https://www.travelmedford.org/
🎧 Subscribe & Listen: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
🍷 Discover the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA): https://ifwtwa.org
📢 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station, Big Daily Blend, and Eat, Drink & Be Merry podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Photos courtesy Travel Medford.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel with Terri" Podcast, travel writer Terri Guthrie and her husband Ron share their firsthand experience with a growing travel trend: medical tourism.
In this candid conversation, Ron details his journey to Istanbul, Turkey, for a hair transplant. He and Terri discuss the surprising affordability and high quality of medical procedures in Turkey, a country rapidly becoming a global leader in this field. Ron walks us through the entire process, from the pre-procedure consultations and the surgery itself, to the crucial post-op care and his recovery.
More than just a medical procedure, this episode highlights how the hospitality and comprehensive support provided in Turkey transformed the experience into an organized, stress-free, and even enjoyable vacation.
Key Takeaways:
- Turkey is a leading destination for medical tourism, particularly for hair transplants.
- The cost of procedures in Turkey can be significantly lower than in the U.S.
- Medical tourism packages often include travel, accommodation, and a complete care plan.
- The hair transplant process involves careful planning and skilled execution for successful results.
- Turkish hospitality and a welcoming environment are key factors in the positive patient experience.
- A successful medical tourism journey can lead to renewed confidence and personal growth.
LEARN MORE: Read the accompanying article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/first-class-hair-transplant-experience-in-istanbul/
LISTEN TO MORE TRAVEL WITH TERRI: New episodes air every Tuesday: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, and Quality of Life podcast channels. More: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of National Family Fun Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wanderers Compass” Travel Podcast features co-hosts Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough, founders of the Wanderers Compass Travel Blog, sharing highlights from their recent journey to Ireland with Ryan’s son. From mouthwatering culinary discoveries to hands-on historical adventures, they reflect on how seeing the world through a child’s eyes brings fresh perspectives, unexpected adventures, and unforgettable memories.
Hear about immersive activities that brought Ireland’s history and culture to life, the joy of savoring local flavors, and how storytelling deepened their connection to the places they visited. They also discuss the balance between careful planning and staying flexible, and how shared adventures can strengthen bonds and inspire a lifelong love of travel.
🎧 Follow Wanderers Compass:
https://www.wandererscompass.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wandererscompasstravelblog/
https://www.facebook.com/wandererscompasstravelblog
📅 New episodes every second Monday on Big Blend Radio:
https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on the “Vacation Station” and “Big Daily Blend” podcast channels on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of American Adventures Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Jo Goes Everywhere!” travel podcast with writer and photographer Jo Clark highlights the beauty, history, and activities of Kings Gap and the surrounding Cumberland Valley region of Pennsylvania.
From scenic views and historic architecture to hiking on the Appalachian Trail, local wineries, fresh farm-to-table cuisine, and live music events, Jo shares why this region is perfect for both outdoor enthusiasts and food lovers. She also touches on the area’s military heritage and seasonal charms—especially in the fall.
📖 Read Jo's Article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-kings-gap-pennsylvania/
🗓️ “Jo Goes Everywhere!” airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST on Big Blend Radio. Listen & Subscribe:https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
🌍 Follow Jo's Travels:
http://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
https://recipestravelculture.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood takes us on the Chief Joseph Trail Ride—a remarkable 1,300-mile journey retracing the historic route of Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce. Spanning 13 segments over 13 years, the ride blends history, community, and adventure.
Christy shares her personal experiences on the trail, preparation tips for riders and horses, and the event’s evolution into a nonprofit dedicated to preserving its legacy. Learn how inclusivity has grown with the addition of non-Appaloosa horses, the role of educational programs and Nez Perce guest speakers, and how this ride fosters deep connections among participants. Visit: https://chiefjosephtrailride.org/
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. More at: https://wdnhorse.com/
🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
Celebrate American Adventures Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Travel writer Melody Pittman shares highlights from her scenic and delicious road trip through the heart of Mississippi River Country, covering memorable stops in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
In this lively conversation, Melody talks about exploring national parks, roadside attractions, and family-friendly casinos, plus enjoying local cuisine, architectural marvels like Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs, and charming Midwest towns. The discussion touches on everything from the Mall of America to cheese curds, whiskey tastings, and the hospitality that makes the Midwest a must-visit for road trippers.
🎧 Listen in for tips on culinary stops, cultural gems, and fun, budget-friendly activities for all ages!
Read Melody's article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-the-heart-of-mississippi-river-country/
Learn more about IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
Subscribe to the show: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s “Big Daily Blend,” “Vacation Station,” “Road Trip Radio,” and “Parks & Travel” channels.
Celebrate American Adventures Month and National Parks Month with this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio’s “California Sequoia Country” podcast! Tune in as we explore the scenic wonders, outdoor adventures, and vibrant cultural experiences of Tulare County, California—home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
Joining the conversation are Holly Streit from Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks and Suzanne Bianco from Visit Visalia, who share travel tips, hiking safety, family-friendly activities, and unique artistic experiences in the region. From shaded hiking trails and historical sites to public art and the Dark Sky Festival, this episode celebrates the magic of nature and how art enhances the experience of visiting Sequoia Country.
🎨 Artist Opportunity! Learn about the Sequoia Legacy Tree Art Installation RFP here: https://www.visitvisalia.com/sequoia-legacy-art-installation-rfp
📍 Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide:
https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the Podcast:
https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
🌐 More About the Guests:
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks – https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Visit Visalia – https://www.visitvisalia.com/
📡 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s Parks & Travel, Vacation Station, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels. Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wine Time with Peggy,” we’re celebrating the end of summer with two of Peggy's most popular and delicious shrimp recipes! These dishes are not only quick and easy to make, but they also pair beautifully with a wide variety of wines.
Featured in this Episode:
- Jicama Shrimp Tacos: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/kkbh/#p=17
- Southwestern Pesto Shrimp: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/southwestern-pesto-shrimp/
About the Host:
Peggy Fiandaca is the co-owner of Arizona’s LDV Winery. Learn more about her and the winery's fantastic wines.
🍇 LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
Listen & Subscribe:
🎧 Follow “Wine Time with Peggy” on Podbean: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
🎙️ Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry channel: This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio's dedicated food and wine channel. Discover more at https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate American Adventures Month and National Parks Month with this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wander the World with Sharon”, featuring award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz as she shares highlights from her recent Alaskan cruise with Holland America.
In this engaging conversation, Sharon recounts her unforgettable journey through Glacier Bay, wildlife sightings both on and off the boat, and unique cultural and culinary experiences that made this trip a dream come true. Listeners will hear about the educational opportunities onboard, scenic excursions, and why Glacier National Park is a must-visit destination. Whether you're planning your own Alaska adventure or just dreaming of one, this episode is full of tips and inspiration for travelers of all ages.
📝 Read Sharon’s full article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-ultimate-alaska-cruise-experience/
🎙️ Learn more about Sharon K. Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com
📅 Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST: https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer Scott Kendall shares highlights from his journey through Reims, the heart of France’s Champagne region. From visiting historic champagne houses and attending educational tastings to savoring an unforgettable meal at the Michelin-starred Arbane Restaurant, Scott talks about the region’s rich history, its unique winemaking traditions, and the value of cultural connections while traveling.
Scott Kendall is a Texas-based travel writer, photographer, and videographer. He’s the editor of PlayStayEat.com and has been published in EuropeUpClose, Epicurean Traveler, Food Wine Travel Magazine, and more. Visit his site: https://playstayeat.com
- Read Scott’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/reims-fabulous-champagne-houses-and-dining-at-michelin-starred-arbane-restaurant/
- Learn more about IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
- Subscribe to the show: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
- Explore more Big Blend shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" podcast!
Seasoned travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares expert advice on planning an unforgettable Alaskan cruise adventure. Having taken four cruises and four road trips through Alaska, Rose highlights the best ways to experience the breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife encounters, and vibrant local cultures. The conversation also shines a spotlight on Glacier Bay National Park, a stunning and protected treasure often visited on Alaskan cruise itineraries—making this episode a perfect tribute to the beauty and importance of our national parks.
Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or just dreaming of the Last Frontier, this conversation is packed with practical planning tips and inspiring takeaways.
🌐 Get Rose's Alaska Cruise Planning Tips: https://quiltripping.com/alaska-cruise-planning-tips/
🔗 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
🎧 Subscribe on Podbean: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
📲 Also Featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend Channel: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Clay Stauffer, author of "What the World Needs Now: Virtue and Character in an Age of Chaos." In this thought-provoking conversation, Clay discusses how we can better navigate today’s complex world by embracing emotional intelligence, spiritual connection, and character formation. He addresses key issues such as loneliness, political polarization, trauma, homelessness, and the breakdown of community—and emphasizes the healing power of forgiveness, compassion, and active engagement in society.
Drawing from his work as a pastor, professor, and columnist, Clay offers a hopeful yet realistic roadmap for building stronger relationships and more unified communities in turbulent times.
Key Takeaways:
• Loneliness and polarization are two of today’s most urgent challenges
• Emotional intelligence is key to meaningful dialogue and empathy
• Spirituality and connection support emotional and personal growth
• Trauma and fractured family ties often underlie homelessness
• Forgiveness and healing are essential to restoring relationships
• Community support is crucial during personal and collective tragedies
• Disasters often bring out the best in human nature
• Strong communities require ongoing, intentional connection
• Character formation is a lifelong journey
• Real societal change demands active participation
Clay Stauffer is the Senior Minister of Woodmont Christian Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and teaches moral leadership at Vanderbilt University. He holds a Bachelor’s from Texas Christian University, a Master of Divinity from Princeton Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the University of the South at Sewanee. His doctoral research focused on faith, politics, and cultural polarization. Clay is also a columnist for "The Tennessean" and an active community leader. Learn more at: https://claystauffer.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Books & Authors” Show with Books Forward features Rob Tonkin, author of the powerful memoir A**hole: Wild Stories of Trauma, Truths & Transformation (releasing July 21, 2025).
Known in the industry as “Rockin’ Rob,” Tonkin began his radio career at 14 and later produced the two-decade-long Honda Civic Tour, working with top artists like blink-182, The Black Eyed Peas, and One Direction. But behind the glitz of the music world lay a personal story of pain, survival, and transformation.
In this candid conversation, Tonkin shares what it took to face his childhood trauma—including sexual assault and the impact of a broken home—and how he found healing through self-reflection, therapy, and writing. He discusses the pressure on men to mask vulnerability, the effects of generational trauma, and the importance of emotional health, support groups like ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), and self-care.
🔗 Pre-order the book and learn more: https://www.robtonkin.com/
📚 Learn more about Books Forward: https://www.booksforward.com/
In this “From the Vault” episode of Big Blend Radio’s Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie, we celebrate Parks & Recreation Month and the Summer Travel Season with an essential conversation on heart health during travel and outdoor adventures. Board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany highlights the importance of recognizing heart attack symptoms, the life-saving impact of CPR and AEDs in public spaces, and how to manage heart health at high altitudes.
She also discusses the Mediterranean diet as a practical, heart-healthy lifestyle and offers critical advice for travelers, especially women, who may experience different heart attack symptoms than men. Whether you're hiking, flying, or exploring a new city, this episode is full of smart tips to help you stay heart-healthy on the go.
📖 Read Dr. Jackie’s article “Heart Attack Safety Tips for Travelers” in Parks & Travel Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/dshq/#p=70
📘 Learn more about Dr. Jackie’s bestselling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story”:
https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
🎧 Subscribe to the show: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
🔔 New episodes every 2nd Wednesday – also featured on Big Blend’s Quality of Life, Big Daily Blend, Vacation Station, and Parks & Travel channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Family Reunion Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA, featuring Meg Heinen of CityPASS. Discover how CityPASS helps families save big on top attractions across North America’s most iconic cities.
Meg shares the evolution of CityPASS, the diversity of attractions to experience, and the benefits of using the CityPASS app for easy reservations and ticket management. Perfect for families and group travel, CityPASS offers convenience, flexibility, and serious savings!
🗺️ Featured destinations include: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Southern California (includes LA), Tampa Bay, and Toronto.
From historic sites and botanical gardens to thrilling amusement parks and museums, CityPASS caters to all ages—and even makes a great gift for students and frequent travelers.
🎟️ Learn more: https://www.citypass.com
🍷 Discover IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎧 Subscribe & Listen: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show, travel writer Terri Guthrie takes us inside the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, known as the most photographed hotel in the world. Set within the historic charm of Old Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this grand hotel is more than just a beautiful place to stay — it’s a living piece of Canadian history.
Learn about its French Renaissance-inspired architecture, its fascinating role in World War II, and how it remains a hub of luxury with award-winning dining, exclusive Fairmont Gold services, and even rooftop honeybees producing local honey. The episode also covers daily historical tours, stunning views of the St. Lawrence River, and why this landmark is truly a destination in its own right.
📖 Read Terri’s article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-canadian-castle-fairmont-le-chateau-frontenac/
🛎️ Plan your visit: https://www.chateau-frontenac.com/en/
🎙️ Listen weekly: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Way Back When podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In an age where scrolling often replaces genuine conversation, is it time to rebuild real-life connection? On Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life show, we welcome Dr. Kathleen P. Allen, author of “Stuck in Our Screens: Setting Aside Social Drama and Restoring Human Connection.”
Dr. Allen shares powerful, research-based insights on how social media and constant digital distractions are disrupting empathy, communication, and relationships for both teens and adults. She uniquely blends humor with serious reflection, exploring how adult online behavior can surprisingly mirror adolescent drama.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The profound emotional impact of continuous screen time.
- Why social media often amplifies social drama across all age groups.
- Actionable steps to cultivate empathy and emotional intelligence.
- Strategies to consciously reclaim meaningful, face-to-face connections.
- How to achieve a healthy balance between your digital and real lives.
Drawing from her background as a researcher, educator, and program evaluator, Dr. Allen provides practical ways to break free from toxic online dynamics and foster healthier human interactions.
Tune in to gain valuable insights for navigating our digital world and strengthening your relationships!
Find the book: “Stuck in Our Screens” is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Stuck-Our-Screens-Restoring-Connection-ebook/dp/B0F2J3TXJQ
About the Author: Kathleen P. Allen, Ed.D., brings years of experience from her work with the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention. She is a lifelong educator and "Stuck in Our Screens" is her debut book.
Feeling stressed and guilty about taking time off? You're not alone! In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Soul Diving Sunday Show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin offers a refreshing perspective, reframing time off as a sacred act of self-compassion.
Shelley dives into the impacts of overscheduling and the often-overlooked value of spontaneity, revealing the crucial connection between our health and taking a break. She also highlights the profound healing qualities of being out in nature and taking a vacation, emphasizing their role in our well-being. She tackles the common struggle of saying no, the time-consuming nature of social media, and the urgent need to re-evaluate work-life balance.
Discover the power of mindfulness, how to choose joy over guilt, and the "filters" we apply to our lives. Ultimately, Shelley empowers listeners to set boundaries for well-being and rediscover joy.
Key Takeaways:
- Taking time off is essential for mental health.
- Self-compassion is a sacred act.
- Time in nature and vacations offer profound healing.
- Choose joy over duty to enhance well-being.
- Mindfulness helps manage stress effectively.
- Prioritize your own happiness.
Resources:
- Read Shelley’s article “Taking Time Off is a Sacred Act of Self-Compassion”: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/taking-time-off-is-a-sacred-act-of-self-compassion/
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Get her book What Do You Bring to the Table? on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Bring-Table-Inspirational/dp/1087932106
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Listen to Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley: New episodes drop every first Sunday: https://soul-diving-sunday-shelley.podbean.com/
This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life,” “Vacation Station,” and “Parks & Travel” channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Podcast Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us on The Big Daily Blend show for an immersive exploration of American music! This episode celebrates the vibrant tapestry of sounds that tell America's story, diving deep into its profound connections to culture, history, and identity. We'll navigate the diverse landscape of musical genres, uncover how travel shapes our sonic experiences, and examine the powerful legacy of protest songs throughout history. Hear about iconic artists who shaped the American musical landscape and discover how music unites communities and inspires change. Featuring personal stories and reflections on music's ever-evolving nature, this discussion culminates in a celebration of American music's enduring journey.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Johnny Schaefer – Cohost and award-winning singer/songwriter: https://hearjohnny.com/
- Kathleen Walls – Travel writer and author: https://americanroads.net/ and https://katywalls.com/
LISTEN TO OUR "AMERICAN MOSAIC" MUSIC PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/ycck3eyn
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS and RANTS, RAVES & ROCK Podcasts. Explore Big Blend Radio's Network of Shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam, “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” who shares her recent visit to the stunning Point Defiance Rose Garden in Tacoma, Washington. From the garden’s rich history and environmental significance to its natural beauty and community value, this conversation is a tribute to the Pacific Northwest’s floral charm. Discover how the region’s climate helps roses thrive, how nature and public spaces foster well-being, and why the garden is a perfect place for everything from peaceful picnics to family outings.
📖 Read Linda’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/point-defiance-rose-garden-in-tacoma/
🎧 Follow Linda’s podcast: https://lindakissam-foodwinetravel.podbean.com/
🌐 Follow Diva Linda’s adventures: https://allingoodtaste.info/
🎙️ Also listen on Big Blend’s Garden Gossip podcast channel: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” Show features Dr. Shane Rasmussen, Director of the Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival and NSU’s Louisiana Folklife Center. Held in historic Natchitoches, Louisiana—a destination along the Jefferson Highway—the 45th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival takes place Saturday, July 19, 2025, in air-conditioned Prather Coliseum.
Hear about Louisiana’s rich cultural traditions as showcased through music, crafts, food, and community engagement. The conversation also touches on the role of the Jefferson Highway in regional heritage, the healing power of the arts, and the importance of folk culture in education.
Festival Highlights:
- Three stages of music, including performances by:
Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band (zydeco)
Amis du Teche (Cajun)
D.K. Harrell (blues)
Kristyn Harris Band (western swing/yodeling)
Smithfield Fair (roots)
Amazing! Rhythm Disciples (gospel)
* The Has Beans (swamp pop)
- 80+ traditional crafts vendors showcasing beadwork, quilts, soap, pottery, brooms, folk art, and more.
- Red Beans & Rice Cookoff
- Louisiana State Fiddle Championship
- Free dance lessons and interactive sessions with the Cajun French Music Association Dance Troupe, Thistle Dancers, Classy Steppers, Louisiana Czech Heritage Dancers, and more.
- Workshops & Presentations: yodeling, son jarocho dancing, musical spoons, Creole architecture, folk dolls, and artist Clementine Hunter.
- KidFest & Outdoor Heritage Demos including Dutch oven cooking, blacksmithing, and a 19th-century wash day.
More info: https://www.nsula.edu/folklife/folkfest/
Jefferson Highway info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Big Blend Radio Network of Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Summer and Parks & Recreation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" podcast! Explore the attractions, outdoor adventures, and vibrant communities of Tulare County, California—home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
From towering sequoias and family-friendly events to rich agricultural heritage, historical landmarks, art and entertainment, shopping and dining, this conversation highlights everything you need to plan the ultimate summer getaway.
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:
- Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Julia Dix – Tulare Chamber of Commerce: http://www.tularechamber.org/
🎒 Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide and plan your getaway: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the podcast: https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
📡 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," and "Big Daily Blend" channels. Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts & Parks” podcast features a follow-up conversation with musician and composer Rachel Mari Kimber, the National Parks Arts Foundation’s Fall 2024 Artist-in-Residence at Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona.
Rachel discusses her new single, “Birds Follow Dry Riverbed,” a soulful piece inspired by the desert landscapes and experiences during her residency. She shares insights into her creative process, the emotional and healing power of music, and how nature—especially the desert—continues to shape her artistry. The conversation explores themes of harmony, community, and the personal connections music evokes.
Rachel also opens up about upcoming projects including an ambient album and a sound healing release, and talks about her work with Black Forest Society and Happy Joy Harmony.
🎵 “Birds Follow Dry Riverbed” is available on all major music platforms including Spotify, Amazon, YouTube, and CD Baby.
🎧 Listen to earlier parts of Rachel’s residency journey:
https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/musician-rachel-mari-kimber-in-saguaro-national-park/
🌐 More about Rachel Mari Kimber:
https://rachelmarikimber.com
🎨 Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation’s artist residencies:
https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org
From backyard BBQs to sunny picnics, this fun and flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wine Time with Peggy” podcast celebrates all things summer wine and food. Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of Arizona’s LDV Winery, shares delicious seasonal wine and food pairing ideas, vineyard updates, and tips for entertaining during the warmer months.
Tune in for:
- Summer wine pairings & food ideas
- Cooking with wine: marinating, braising & more
- Tips for sipping in the heat
- Creative drink ideas for summer parties
- The importance of buying local wine & produce
🍷 Don’t miss Peggy’s delicious Loaded Hummus Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-loaded-hummus/
🍇 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com
🎧 Follow “Wine Time with Peggy” on Podbean: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry and Big Daily Blend channels. Discover more at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wander the World with Sharon,” award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz takes us on a journey through the picturesque Brandywine Valley in Chester County, Pennsylvania — the heart of America’s Garden Capital.
Explore the region’s rich heritage, from the legacy of the DuPont and Wyeth families to its thriving conservation efforts and artistic traditions. Sharon also shares insider travel tips and highlights must-see destinations like the world-renowned Longwood Gardens and Kennett Square, known as the Mushroom Capital of the World. Plus, get a taste of the area’s vibrant culinary scene and garden culture.
📝 Read the full article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discovering-chester-countys-brandywine-valley
🌍 More on Sharon K. Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com
📅 New episodes premiere the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST: https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station & Garden Gossip channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get ready to plan your ultimate summer getaway with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Adventures in Asheville” Podcast! From outdoor thrills and brewery hopping to cultural festivals and iconic attractions, this fun and informative conversation highlights over ten unforgettable experiences to enjoy during the summer season in Asheville, North Carolina.
Co-hosted by Steve & Karen Wilson—aka “Mr & Mrs Wild” and innkeepers of the beautifully restored Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District—this lively episode dives into:
- Iconic destinations like the Biltmore Estate and Arboretum
- Nature adventures including hiking, wildlife spotting, and Pisgah National Forest
- Water fun at Sliding Rock, waterfalls, and whitewater rafting
- Asheville’s rich craft beer and cocktail scene
- Unique outings like a floating bar crawl
- Local hospitality, community spirit, and B&B stays that turn visitors into friends
🛏️ Learn more about Steve & Karen Wilson and their beautiful B&B: www.lion-rose.com
🎙️ More Summer-Fun Asheville Episodes to Enjoy:
- Reds, Whites & Blues: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/experience-the-reds-whites-and-the-blues-of-asheville-north-carolina/
- Beer & Outdoor Fun: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/beer-and-outdoor-adventures-in-asheville-north-carolina/
- Ziplining: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/zipline-asheville/
- Super Fun: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/fun-asheville-nc/
- WNC Nature Center: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/wnc-nature-center/
- Wine, Brews & Photo Tours: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/touring-asheville-nc/
- Montford Historic District: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/the-montford-historic-district-of-asheville-north-carolina/
- 23 Must-Do Experiences: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/e/23-must-do-experiences-in-asheville-in-2023/
🗓️ "Adventures in Asheville" airs every 1st Tuesday of the month.
🎧 Listen on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
🌐 Explore more shows on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In honor of National Family Reunion Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show highlights why Frisco, Texas is a must-visit destination for families of all ages. Travel writer Terri Guthrie shares her recent adventures in this vibrant city near Dallas, known for transforming from a small railroad town into a nationally recognized hub of attractions and experiences.
From interactive learning at KidZania and the Frisco Public Library to thrilling visits to the National Soccer Hall of Fame, The Star District, Omni PGA Frisco Resort, and the Historic Rail District—Terri covers it all. Plus, hear about top places to stay and shop, like the Hyatt Regency and Stonebriar Centre Mall.
📖 Read Terri’s article for a deeper dive into her Frisco favorites:
👉 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/family-fun-in-frisco-texas/
🌟 Plan your trip: https://www.visitfrisco.com/
🎙️ “Travel with Terri” now airs weekly! Tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM CT:
👉 https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station, Big Daily Blend, and Quality of Life podcast channels.
👉 https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
As part of Big Blend Radio’s National Family Month programming, award-winning author Rayne Lacko joins us to talk about her upper YA novel "The Secret Song of Shelby Rey." This gritty and emotional coming-of-age story follows a teen navigating the uncertainty of early adulthood through the lens of music, love, addiction, and self-discovery.
In this episode, Rayne explores how music can be a tool for healing, how young people form identity, the role of parents in their journey, and the power of literature to help teens feel less alone.
Learn more: https://raynelacko.com/
Celebrate National Family Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring debut author Catharina Steel who shares the inspiration behind "Vanishings," the first book in The Wythic Wood Mysteries, a middle grade fantasy series. Follow young Tilly’s magical adventure through Clayton Forest and Wythic Woods as she searches for her missing cousin—encountering wizards, creatures, and goblin martial arts known as Gobight along the way.
Catharina talks about her journey to becoming a writer, the power of imagination and escapism, and why stories that inspire curiosity, creativity, and outdoor exploration are more important than ever for young readers.
Learn more at: https://catharinasteel.com/
In celebration of National Rivers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “English Connection” with Glynn Burrows—historian and owner of Norfolk Tours—dives into the fascinating history, culture, and natural charm of England’s rivers. From the iconic Thames to quiet countryside streams, Glynn shares insights on rivers as ancient boundaries, royal landmarks, and places of leisure. Hear about riverside walks, boating traditions like punting and wherry-hiring, and even a bit of wild swimming. The episode also touches on canals, environmental efforts, and the unique perspectives rivers offer travelers today.
🎧 Glynn Burrows joins Big Blend Radio every 4th Saturday to share stories about England’s past and present, and to help listeners explore their family roots.
📍 Learn more and try the companion jigsaw puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-englands-rivers-and-riverways/
🎙 Listen to more of Glynn’s episodes: https://english-connection.podbean.com/
🎧 Explore more shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr. Marschall Runge, a leading cardiologist, medical researcher, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. He discusses his new book, "The Great Healthcare Disruption, "which explores how emerging technologies like AI, new medications, and bold healthcare policies are transforming the future of American medicine. Dr. Runge also talks about his previous medical thriller, "Coded to Kill," and how fiction can reflect real-world challenges in the healthcare system.
From community health to ethical innovation, Dr. Runge offers a clear-eyed look at the promises and pitfalls of modern medicine.
Published through Forbes, "The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine" is available now at: https://drmarschallrunge.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show features a lively recap of the 2025 Jefferson Highway Conference held in McAlester, Oklahoma. The event brought together historians, community leaders, and heritage travelers to celebrate the cultural and historical significance of the Jefferson Highway, and included a special pre-conference Sociability Caravan.
Featured Guests:
- Roger Bell – Co-Host & President of the Jefferson Highway Association
- Billy Sumner – Tourism Manager for the City of McAlester. Visit: https://travelmcalester.com/
- Adeline Whisenhunt – Conference Organizer & Member of the Oklahoma Chapter of the Jefferson Highway Association
PLUS: Hear from Joe’s Yardbird & Lost Street Brewing Company
The conversation explores how tourism, historical preservation, and community collaboration contribute to revitalizing this iconic route. From the Choctaw Nation’s cultural contributions to stories of local resilience, the episode highlights how the Jefferson Highway continues to connect and inspire communities.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway—also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway"—runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
The Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday (except on holidays). Follow the show at https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s California Employment Law Podcast with attorney Ward Heinrichs, he unpacks key updates in California’s minimum wage laws. From the FAST Recovery Act and increased wages for healthcare workers to proposed changes affecting hospitality workers in San Diego, this episode provides a timely midyear reminder for both employers and employees to stay informed.
📖 Read the article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-reminder-of-new-california-minimum-wage-laws-2025/
👨⚖️ About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
🎧 More episodes: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/
🔊 Part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio, author Sam Davey talks about her powerful new novel "The Chosen Queen," a feminist reimagining of the Pendragon prophecy told through the eyes of Igraine—Arthur’s mother and a woman of great strength, wisdom, and influence. Shifting the spotlight from kings and knights to queens and mothers, this is a story about power, destiny, and the women who shaped legend.
Sam shares her inspiration behind the book, how she blends history and myth, and what it’s like to juggle writing with a full-time career at London’s Royal Opera House. She also discusses her deep connection to Arthurian lore, the role of nature and magic in her storytelling, and her commitment to portraying women’s voices in history.
🔹 Highlights:
- A fresh feminist perspective on Arthurian legend
- Igraine’s journey as a mother, leader, and visionary
- The intersection of myth, magic, and historical research
- Sam’s path as a writer, and advocate for women’s stories
Learn more at https://www.samdaveyroughmagic.net/
In celebration of International Fairy Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Global Adventures with Debbie Stone” explores the magical allure of the Isle of Skye. Travel writer Debbie Stone shares her journey through Scotland’s legendary island, rich in fairy folklore, breathtaking landscapes, and historic castles.
From the mystical Fairy Pools and towering Old Man of Storr to iconic landmarks like Dunvegan and Eilean Donan Castles, Debbie recounts Skye’s stories of giants and fairies, dramatic coastal views, and vibrant local culture. She also delves into Scotland’s culinary treasures—including haggis, Cullen skink, and the country’s famous whisky—while highlighting the Highland Cattle and countless sheep that inhabit the rugged terrain.
📖 Read the article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/scotlands-isle-of-skye-will-leave-you-breathless/
🎧 Listen & subscribe: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station” and “Big Daily Blend” channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Show, travel writer Terri Guthrie whisks you away to the luxurious Salterra Resort & Spa in stunning South Caicos. From wellness-focused spa treatments and sustainable practices to world-class dining and curated outdoor adventures, Terri shares her firsthand experiences at this unforgettable Caribbean getaway. Discover what makes Salterra a must-visit destination—where barefoot luxury meets natural beauty.
🎧 Listen now and piece together the experience with this online jigsaw puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/luxurious-salterra-resort-spa-in-south-caicos/
🌴 Book your luxury island getaway at: https://www.salterra.com/
📅 NEW! “Travel with Terri” is now a weekly podcast, airing Tuesdays at 9 AM CT. Subscribe: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station podcast channel. Check out the network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this flavorful and fascinating episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Vacation Station" Travel Show, travel writer David Kriso and Savannah-based tour guide Enocha Edenfield share some of their favorite highlights and haunted happenings from Georgia’s legendary “Hostess City of the South.”
From mouthwatering meals and ghostly encounters to art, architecture, and the enduring legacy of the Savannah River, this conversation showcases what makes Savannah a truly one-of-a-kind destination. Tune in for insider tips on local tours, cultural experiences, why October is such a magical month to visit, and more.
Learn More:
• Enocha Edenfield Tours – https://enochaedenfieldtours.com/
• David Kriso’s Travel Journal – http://www.dektraveljournal.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio's Way Back When and Big Daily Blend Podcast Channels. Explore the full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Kissing Day with this fun and heartfelt episode of MUSIC TALKS on Big Blend Radio, featuring award-winning musician, producer, and cohost Joey Stuckey.
From the spark of a first kiss to the songs that soundtrack our most romantic moments, this lively conversation dives into the powerful connection between music and intimacy. Joey shares personal stories, reflects on how music shapes relationships, and chats about the evolving nature of romance and the importance of keeping music real. With heart, humor, and some deep thoughts on everything from house concerts to kissing songs, it's a show that hits all the right notes.
🎶 Don’t miss our curated Kissing Songs Spotify Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/yc4dnsxc
Learn more about Joey Stuckey, the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia – the “Southern Rock Capital of the World” – at https://www.joeystuckey.com.
This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s popular shows Big Daily Blend, Toast to The Arts, and Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll. Follow the Big Blend Radio Network here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork.
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s World of Art podcast, artist and art historian Victoria Chick shares the remarkable life and legacy of Fanny Adele Watson (1873–1947), a pioneering American artist whose work—especially her landscapes and depictions of national parks—stood out in a male-dominated art world.
The conversation explores Watson’s unique artistic voice, her influences, and the historical context of her career. Victoria also emphasizes the importance of preserving art and recognizing the vital contributions of women artists throughout history, as well as how travel and natural beauty have inspired generations of painters.
🖼️ Read Victoria’s article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-fanny-adele-watson-1873-1947/
🎨 Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist, art historian, and the visionary behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. She also collects early 19th and 20th-century American prints.
🔗 More to Explore:
- Victoria’s Portfolio: https://victoriachick.com/
- World of Art Podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
- Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
📣 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Women Making History and Toast to The Arts podcast channels. Discover more shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this eye-opening episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for Justice) explores the often-overlooked impact of hidden rules in the workplace.
From inclusion to exclusion, hidden rules shape our daily interactions—often without us realizing it. Rita breaks down how these unspoken norms function in organizational and cultural settings, why they can create challenges for newcomers, and how leaders and HR professionals can address them to build healthier, more transparent work environments.
🎙️ Key Takeaways:
• Hidden rules can both foster belonging and cause exclusion.
• Cultural misunderstandings often stem from unspoken expectations.
• HR plays a vital role in uncovering and addressing these silent norms.
• Transparency and communication help prevent workplace inequities.
• New employees should feel empowered to ask about unwritten rules.
• Mentorship or a buddy system can help ease integration.
• Organizations must align stated values with actual practices.
📌 Resources & Links:
🔹 Visit Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/
🔹 Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
🔹 Discover more business & career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Lea Brovedani, internationally known as “The Trust Architect,” debunks some of the most common myths about trust and reveals how these misconceptions may be holding you back.
What if trust isn't just a feeling—but a series of behaviors, choices, and shared values? In this empowering conversation, Lea explores the multifaceted nature of trust, offering practical strategies for building and rebuilding it in both personal and professional relationships. You'll learn how emotional intelligence, effective communication, and incremental actions all play a critical role in developing lasting trust.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
• Trust is an outcome of behaviors, not a given.
• It can be lost quickly—but rebuilt over time.
• Trust exists in areas, not as an all-or-nothing concept.
• Expectations, communication, and shared values are foundational.
• Leadership and competence are essential for workplace trust.
• Past experiences and gut instincts influence how we trust.
• Rebuilding trust requires consistent, committed effort.
Lea Brovedani has been named one of North America’s Top Thought Leaders on Trust by Trust Across America. She’s an author, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Her books include:
📘 Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World
📘 TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader
Beyond her leadership development work, Lea is also a certified death doula, offering compassionate support and guidance for end-of-life planning.
🔗 Learn more about Lea’s work on trust: https://leabrovedani.com
🔗 Explore her end-of-life services: https://souljourneydoula.com
🎙️ Follow the SUCCESS EXPRESS Podcast: https://success-express-business.podbean.com/
Get ready for summer fun with your pet companions on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Pet Connection” Show! Hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, along with cohost Angela Laws from TrustedHousesitters, share essential pet care tips to help keep animals safe, cool, and comfortable during the hot weather.
The conversation covers everything from hydration and heat protection to backyard safety and wildlife awareness. You’ll also hear about the importance of knowing which plants are toxic, monitoring pets around pools, and taking precautions during fireworks. Plus, learn about the value of building strong relationships with pets and staying proactive in their care—especially in emergencies or extreme heat.
Top Summer Pet Safety Tips Covered in the Show:
Hydration is crucial—always ensure fresh water is available.
Pets can’t protect themselves; owners must stay vigilant.
Be prepared for natural disasters that may impact your pets.
Keep pets indoors during heatwaves and fireworks.
Know which backyard plants are harmful.
Always supervise pets near pools.
Wildlife encounters can be risky—stay alert.
Strong human-animal bonds enhance overall pet care.
Helpful Summer Pet Care Resources from TrustedHousesitters:
How to Keep Dogs Cool in Summer:
https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/keeping-dogs-cool/
Caring for Flat-faced Dogs in Summer:
https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/flat-faced-dogs-in-summer/
Dog Life Jackets to Keep Them Safe in the Water:
https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/dog-life-jacket/
Recipes for Frozen Treats for Dogs:
https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/frozen-dog-treats-recipes/
🎧 Follow the Pet Connection Podcast: https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Rivers Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" podcast with travel writer and author Linda Ballou as she shares her refreshing and nature-filled journey through Corvallis, Oregon and the scenic Willamette Valley that's home to the mighty Willamette River.
From birding and farm-fresh cuisine to unique rural experiences and historic insights, this episode paints a vivid picture of Oregon’s natural beauty and cultural charm. We also detour to Portland to highlight Washington Park, garden strolls, and the vibrant culinary scene that reflects the state's creative spirit.
📝 Read Linda's article about her experience in Corvallis on NABBW.org:
🔗 https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/linda-ballou-finds-corvallis-oregon-to-be-organically-charming-energetic-highly-walkable-and-worthy-of-your-visit/
🌍 Follow Linda’s travel adventures & books:
🔗 https://lostangeladventures.com
🔗 http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST
🎙️ Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
🎤 Also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels.
Explore the full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of National Rivers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Journey Jukebox travel podcast features travel writer Lisa Evans, who takes us on a meaningful journey through the historic Mohawk Valley in Central New York.
From the region’s Indigenous heritage to its cultural and historical landmarks, Lisa highlights the Mohawk River’s significance in shaping communities and connecting the past with the present. The episode explores how the Erie Canal, taverns, churches, music, and food reflect the area’s deep and diverse history. Nature’s role in preserving heritage, and the emotional resonance of revisiting one’s roots, are central to this conversation.
🗺️ Read Lisa’s Full Article:
👉 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-historic-mohawk-valley-of-central-new-york/
🎵 Journey Jukebox Spotify Playlist:
👉 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648
📚 About Lisa Evans:
Author of 100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die
🌐 https://writerlisa.com/
🌐 https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans
📅 New Episodes Air Every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST!
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
Join us on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” podcast as travel writer Terri Guthrie takes us to Ridgeland, Mississippi—a charming destination full of cultural treasures, scenic beauty, and heartfelt community spirit.
From upscale shopping at The Renaissance with its European-style design to the serene Natchez Trace Parkway perfect for scenic drives and cycling, Ridgeland offers something for every traveler. Terri also shares her thrilling experience of soaring in a 1929 biplane with Vintage Air Tours, plus outdoor adventures like boating, fishing, and hiking.
The episode also explores the local culinary scene and highlights The Lily Pad, a community-driven restaurant that empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities. It's a shining example of how Ridgeland blends hospitality with purpose.
Whether you're planning a road trip or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is your guide to why Ridgeland is one of Mississippi’s best-kept secrets.
Check out Terri's “Road Trip to Ridgeland” article, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/road-trip-to-ridgeland-on-the-natchez-trace-in-mississippi/
📅 NEW! “Travel with Terri” is now a WEEKLY podcast—tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM CT!
🎧 Subscribe & follow here: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Parks & Travel," "Road Trip Radio," and "Vacation Station" podcast channels
🎧 Full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Happy National Family Month! This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), fatures travel writer Sarah Gilliland who shares tips for planning meaningful and fun-filled family vacations—especially to theme parks, on cruises, and through multi-generational travel.
From budgeting and bonding to immersive attractions and educational takeaways, Sarah highlights how travel builds lasting memories and helps kids connect with new cultures. The conversation also touches on Alabama’s family-friendly offerings and the evolution of theme parks into rich, interactive experiences.
🎧 Listen and find all related links and resources (and a fun jigsaw puzzle): https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/family-adventures-theme-parks-cruises-multigenerational-travel/
Sarah Gilliland is a freelance travel journalist and family travel expert. She’s a member of IFWTWA, a Travel Media Showcase journalist, and the voice behind Sarah in the Suburbs.
🌍 Keep up with Sarah’s adventures at: https://ontheroadwithsarah.com
🍷 Discover IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes every 2nd Tuesday, Friday & 3rd Monday:
https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station and Big Dail Blend Channels.
In observance of Father’s Day and National Family Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio features debut author B.R. Duray, who shares the inspiration behind his whimsical and heartfelt children’s picture book, The Mood Swing (Moon Tree Studios, June 15, 2025).
Inspired by the loss of his own father at a young age, Duray’s story gently guides young readers through the ups and downs of grief, emotional resilience, and healing. In this thoughtful conversation, he discusses the power of imagination, the importance of open communication, and how storytelling can help children (and parents) navigate complex emotions.
Learn more about The Mood Swing at: http://moodswing-media.org
Listen to more Big Blend Radio episodes: https://bigblendradio.podbean.com/
It’s all about over fences and the Olympics in this episode of Big Blend Radio's “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
In this engaging conversation, Christy dives into the fascinating world of equestrian sports, exploring the origins of ‘over fences’ from its roots in fox hunting to its modern role in show jumping and Olympic competition. They discuss the key differences between hunter and jumper classes, the foundational importance of dressage in developing communication between horse and rider, and the vital role of preparation, understanding, and trust—both in the show ring and on the trail. Whether navigating obstacles on a competitive course or riding out in nature, Christy emphasizes that partnership, training, and recognizing each horse’s unique behavior are essential for success and safety.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, accomplished in jumping and trail, a carded judge with seven breed associations, and a multiple winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges. She’s also an author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The “ABC's of Horses” Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel writer Susan Lanier-Graham returns to share her recent experiences in historic Vicksburg, Mississippi. From the powerful stories behind the Civil War to the vibrant arts and culinary scenes, Susan highlights what makes this Southern city such a meaningful and engaging destination.
The conversation dives into the impact of the Civil War on Vicksburg, the importance of the Vicksburg National Military Park, and the city’s rich blend of history, culture, and modern charm.
📖 Read Susan’s article:
“Vicksburg National Military Park & Beyond”
👉 https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/vicksburg-national-military-park-and-beyond
Susan Lanier-Graham is an experienced journalist, editor, storyteller, and author with a passion for purposeful travel and meaningful connection. Along with being the managing editor of an Arizona lifestyle publication, and an editor and contributor to Newsweek, Susan is the publisher and founder of Wander With Wonder: https://www.wanderwithwonder.com/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes every 2nd Tuesday, Friday & 3rd Monday: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com
🎧 This episode also airs on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station," "Parks & Travel," and "Way Back When" Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" podcast, travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her experiences cruising aboard the Emerald Princess through the Baltic region. From the charm of Scandinavian cities to authentic cultural encounters and culinary delights, this engaging conversation is packed with travel insights and inspiration.
🌍 Highlights Include:
The vibrancy and livability of Baltic and Scandinavian cities
The importance of green spaces and outdoor life in Nordic countries
The convenience of cruising from Southampton to multiple destinations
Tips for independent exploration to connect deeper with local cultures
How photography enhances the travel experience
Jet lag challenges and adapting to multiple time zones
Dining on a cruise: from international fare to local specialties
Embracing global cuisine and cultural exchange
The value of authentic travel experiences
Traveling as a digital nomad and the freedom it brings
📖 Read Rose’s Article: Discovering Northern Europe With My Baltic Cruise Excursions - https://quiltripping.com/baltic-cruise-excursions/
🎙️ More from Rose: Tips for First-Time Princess Cruisers - https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tips-for-first-time-princess-cruisers/
🌐 Explore More from Quiltripping: https://quiltripping.com/
🎧 Subscribe on Podbean: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
📲 Also Featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Channel:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Put Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on your road trip map! In this episode of Big Blend Radio, Peggy Fiandaca of LDV Winery shares what makes Arizona—especially Scottsdale—a top destination for wine lovers, art enthusiasts, and culinary adventurers. From strolling through vibrant art galleries and enjoying local dining to sipping award-winning wines on the Scottsdale Wine Trail, this conversation is your guide to creating the ultimate road trip itinerary.
Peggy also highlights accommodations like the charming Bespoke Inn and the stylish-yet-affordable Canopy by Hilton, and suggests smooth jazz as the perfect soundtrack for your travels.
🎶 Listen to Big Blend Radio’s Road Trip Music Playlist on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1oIL1b4HdtGIKQNTqRPexm?si=a98a326fdf324494
🍷 Learn more about LDV Winery:
https://ldvwinery.com/
🎙️ Tune into more episodes:
Wine Time with Peggy – https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
Road Trip Radio – https://road-trip-radio.podbean.com/
📚 Plan your Scottsdale adventure with these articles:
Scottsdale Has Fun & Sun Any Time of Year: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/xfcs/#p=36
Best of The West Tour in Scottsdale: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/best-of-the-west-tour-in-scottsdale/
Scottsdale's Museum of The West: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/western-spirit-scottsdales-museum-of-the-west/
Explore the World of Music at MIM: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/explore-the-world-of-music-at-mim/
Historic Wrigley Mansion: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tour-historic-wrigley-mansion-then-dine-in-style/
The Wine Collective: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-the-wine-collective/
As part of our YA Novel Showcase for Family Month (June), this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Books & Authors Show with Books Forward features author Elizabeth Harlan, who discusses her compelling new young adult novel, Becoming Carly Klein.
Set in 1980s New York City, the story captures the emotional intensity of adolescence while exploring themes of identity, relationships, and the evolving role of family. Elizabeth shares insights into the writing process, the lasting influence of music in storytelling, and how technology continues to shape youth experiences and YA literature today.
Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that resonates with readers of all ages.
🔗 Learn more at: https://elizabethharlan.com/
What happens when a racist viral video stars your best friend?
As part of our YA Novel Showcase for Family Month (June), this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features award-winning author Pamela N. Harris, who discusses her latest young adult novel, "This Town Is On Fire."
In this engaging conversation, Pam shares her journey as a YA author and dives into the inspiration and writing process behind her powerful books. The discussion explores the challenges of writing for a younger audience, the importance of tackling timely social issues, and the nuanced dynamics of friendship, identity, and accountability in today's world. She also highlights the vital role that parents and educators play in shaping youth perspectives, the value of cultural representation in schools, and the power of open dialogue in addressing complex, real-life topics.
With authenticity and insight, Pam unpacks the motivations behind her characters and her commitment to honest, growth-centered storytelling.
🔗 Learn more at: https://www.pamharriswrites.com/
In this fun and informative episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie” Podcast, Dr. Jacqueline Eubany—board-certified cardiologist and author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story”—shares what she eats during a typical workday, on weekends, while traveling, and when dining out.
The conversation covers practical tips for meal planning, managing a busy schedule, consulting with nutritionists, understanding cholesterol, and the importance of exercise. Dr. Jackie also talks about finding joy in food, even while staying heart-healthy, and how indulging in moderation can support long-term wellness.
📘 Learn more about her book: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
🔔 New episodes air every 2nd Wednesday! Subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & “Eat, Drink & Be Merry” podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get ready to hit the road and discover one of Arizona’s most charming hidden gems! On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we explore beautiful and historic Bisbee, Arizona with special guests Heather Andrews and Janet MacDonald of Discover Bisbee.
Nestled in Southeast Arizona, Bisbee is a vibrant destination packed with history, culture, and character. From guided tours through its historic district to specialty local shops, art galleries and murals, natural attractions, and unique and historic lodgings—Bisbee offers something for every kind of traveler.
🧭 Did you know?
- Bisbee is home to America’s first baseball field, Warren Ballpark.
- It boasts Arizona’s smallest and longest continuously operating bar.
- At 5,538 feet, it’s higher in elevation than Denver, making it the southernmost mile-high-plus city in the U.S.!
Plan your ultimate Bisbee adventure: https://www.discoverbisbee.com/
🔗 Subscribe & Explore More:
👉 Subscribe on Podbean: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
👉 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station” and “Road Trip Radio” podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Rivers Month with this enchanting episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Travel with Terri” Podcast. Terri takes us on a romantic journey to Niagara Falls, Canada—one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Known as the Honeymoon Capital, Niagara Falls offers more than just breathtaking views. Terri shares her personal experiences and insider tips on how to fully enjoy this magical destination—from thrilling boat rides and behind-the-falls tours to stunning aerial perspectives.
You'll also hear about delicious local dining, charming wineries, and cozy accommodations that fit every travel style. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway or a scenic escape, discover why Niagara Falls is a year-round destination packed with beauty, adventure, and charm.
Takeaways:
• Niagara Falls is a top romantic getaway
• Multiple ways to experience the falls: boat, tunnels, and sky
• Enjoy local farm-to-table dining and regional wineries
• Accommodations for all budgets
• Fireworks and floral displays enhance the scene
• Stunning in all seasons—from summer rainbows to winter wonderlands
• Ideal for couples and nature lovers alike
📅 NEW! “Travel with Terri” is now a WEEKLY podcast—tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM CT!
🎧 Subscribe & follow: Travel with Terri: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station and Big Daily Blend channels. Explore the full network: Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wanderers Compass" Travel Podcast, co-hosts Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough, founders of the Wanderers Compass Travel Blog, take us on an immersive journey through Edinburgh, Scotland—highlighting the iconic Edinburgh Castle and the magic of a traditional Scotch whisky tasting.
From the legendary Crown Jewels to swords, armor, and tales of military conquest, discover the castle’s pivotal role in Scottish history. Joelle and Ryan share personal stories from their travels, explore how the past is preserved through architecture and artifacts, and offer practical tips for visiting this historic landmark.
They also dive into the soul of Edinburgh, a city where ancient battlegrounds meet modern charm, and where whisky is more than a drink—it’s a cultural experience. Whether you're a history buff, whisky lover, or wanderlust-filled traveler, this episode brings the spirit of Scotland to life.
📝 Read their article: https://www.wandererscompass.com/edinburgh-castle-the-crown-of-edinburgh/
🌍 Follow Wanderers Compass: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
📅 New episodes every second Monday on Big Blend Radio: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on “Vacation Station,” “Big Daily Blend,” “Eat, Drink & Be Merry,” and “Way Back When” podcast channels on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of World Oceans Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Jo Goes Everywhere!" travel podcast with writer and photographer Jo Clark explores the coastal wonders of Georgetown County, South Carolina, home to Winyah Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and two incredible natural and historic treasures: Hobcaw Barony and the Yawkey Wildlife Center.
Located in the greater Myrtle Beach area, these lands reflect a unique convergence of history, nature, and conservation. Learn about the legacy of Belle Baruch, the story of Francis Marion “The Swamp Fox,” and how local agriculture like Carolina Gold Rice shaped the region. Dive into discussions about the importance of estuaries and wetlands, endangered bird recovery, and the efforts to preserve biodiversity along the coast.
This episode honors the critical role that coastal ecosystems and conservation initiatives play in protecting our oceans and planet.
📖 Read Jo's article about the region:
https://recipestravelculture.com/hobcaw-barony-and-yawkey-wildlife-center/
🎧 Learn more about Belle Baruch:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/belle-baruch-american-pilot-equestrian-and-spy/
🗓️ “Jo Goes Everywhere!” airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST on Big Blend Radio. Listen & Subscribe:
https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
🌍 Follow Jo’s travels:
http://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
https://recipestravelculture.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend’s Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend channels:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with this fun and flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with host Linda Kissam, aka “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” Special guest Robert Schueller of Melissa’s World Variety Produce joins the show to talk about seasonal produce, healthy snacks, and gourmet goodies perfect for a memorable summer picnic.
In this lively conversation, Linda and Robert share their dream picnic companions and destinations, essential food ideas, and healthy snack options. They explore creative recipes, dessert ideas to sweeten your spread, and fun picnic themes to take your gathering to the next level. Plus, hear about the latest trends in summer produce and the importance of clean picnicking practices.
🔗 Read Linda’s article: “The Ultimate Summer Picnic”
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-ultimate-summer-picnic/
🔗 Listen to Linda Kissam’s travel and food adventures on Big Blend Radio: https://lindakissam-foodwinetravel.podbean.com/
🔗 Follow Diva Linda’s blog and adventures:
https://allingoodtaste.info/
🔗 This episode is also featured on Big Blend’s "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," "Parks & Travel," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels.Explore more shows on Big Blend Radio’s Podcast Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday “Toast to The Parks & Arts” Show celebrates Great Outdoors Month with Tanya Ortega, acclaimed photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). NPAF leads the way in establishing unique, month-long artist-in-residence programs in national parks across the country.
In this inspiring conversation, Tanya shares how art acts as a catalyst for change and preservation, and how artists help deepen the cultural and emotional value of our public lands. The discussion touches on the legacy of art in parks, community engagement, accessibility, and the importance of integrating creativity into conservation efforts to ensure these natural treasures are cherished by future generations.
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
🎧 Listen & follow the show: https://arts-parks.podbean.com/
📚 Coming soon: Big Blend Radio’s NPAF Retrospective Digital Publication, celebrating 8+ years of creative collaborations in national parks.
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio Network’s "Toast to The Arts," "Parks & Travel," and "Big Daily Blend" Shows. 📲 Subscribe: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In celebration of National Candy Month, this sweet episode of Big Blend Radio's "Peanut Patch" Podcast with Donna George dives into the nostalgic charm of The Peanut Patch and explores how candy-making continues to evolve in creative and surprising ways.
Learn how freeze-dried candy is not only a great option for outdoor adventures but also a lighter, softer treat for movie nights and folks with dental concerns. You'll also discover how Medjool dates—known as “Nature’s Candy”—make a naturally sweet, sugar-free alternative. The Peanut Patch even carries a variety of sugar-free candies, making sure there’s something for everyone.
Located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch - open October-April - is an iconic Southwest destination known for farm-fresh peanuts, homemade peanut brittle, and irresistible treats. From traditional favorites to innovative candy-making techniques shaping the future, this family-run business continues to delight generations of sweet-toothed travelers, especially those hitting the road in search of nostalgic, local flavor.
🛒 Shop year-round: https://thepeanutpatch.com/
🍽️ Get inspired in the kitchen with Donna’s recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
🎧 Listen and follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday): https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
📲 Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast celebrates the start of summer along with Great Outdoors Month and Dairy Month! Tune in to discover the spectacular sights and experiences awaiting you in Tulare County, California—home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
From towering giant sequoias and outdoor adventures to vibrant agricultural communities and local cultural events, this region is the perfect destination for your next getaway.
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:
Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Magdalena Salazar – City of Porterville: https://www.ci.porterville.ca.us/visitors/index.php
Julia Dix – Tulare Chamber of Commerce: http://www.tularechamber.org/
Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
🎒 Plan Your Trip: Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
🎧 Listen & Subscribe to Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Show: https://discover-the-sequoias.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," and "Big Daily Blend" channels. Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Moonshine Day with this spirited episode of Big Blend Radio as we dive into the Moonshiner, Bootlegger, and Temperance history of Kansas. Featured guests include Kenneth J. Peak, author of Kansas Bootleggers and Kansas Temperance, and Phyllis Bitner, Chair of the Miners Hall Museum Foundation.
This fascinating conversation explores the complex world of moonshining and bootlegging in Southeast Kansas, shedding light on the cultural, economic, and social factors that fueled the underground liquor trade. Learn about the impact of the temperance movement, the roles played by immigrants and women, and how community survival sometimes depended on illegal alcohol production. Hear vivid stories of bootlegging techniques, organized crime, and the lasting effects of Prohibition on American society.
Listen now and get a taste of this unique slice of Kansas history!
🔗 Learn more:
Kenneth J. Peak books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kenneth-J.-Peak/author/B001H6N8BO
Miners Hall Museum: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/
Celebrate Wine Wednesday and take your taste buds on a delicious journey to South America on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast! Host Peggy Fiandaca is joined by special guest Tamara Andersen, the talented recipe developer, cocktail mixologist, photographer, and writer behind the blog "Beyond Mere Sustenance."
In this flavorful conversation, Tamara shares her passion for Peruvian cuisine and wine pairings, influenced by her extensive travels in Peru and life on the border. From rich sauces to bold flavors, learn how to bring Peruvian flair into your own kitchen.
👉 Try Tamara’s featured recipes:
Pasta a la Huancaína: https://beyondmeresustenance.com/pasta-a-la-huancaina/
Cheese Stuffed Bison Meatballs: https://beyondmeresustenance.com/cheese-stuffed-bison-meatballs/
* Explore more of her Latin-inspired (and mostly healthy) culinary creations at: https://beyondmeresustenance.com
🎙️ Hosted by Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona, Wine Time with Peggy brings together food, wine, and culture. New episodes drop every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/
🍷 This episode also airs on other Big Blend Radio Network channels including Eat, Drink & Be Merry. Discover more great shows at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon," award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz takes us on a breathtaking journey through Japan during the magical cherry blossom season. From the vibrant energy of Tokyo to the peaceful temples of Kyoto and the majestic views of Mount Fuji, Sharon shares personal stories, cultural insights, and practical tips for exploring Japan’s natural beauty and rich traditions.
Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter or dreaming of your first visit to Japan, this episode will inspire and inform your future travels.
📝 Read Sharon’s full article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chasing-sakuru-a-journey-through-japans-cherry-blossoms/
🎙️ Learn more about Sharon K. Kurtz and her global adventures: https://sharonkkurtz.com
📅 Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST: https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 Listen on Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station channel: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this exciting episode of Big Blend Radio’s Adventures in Asheville podcast, we celebrate National Great Outdoors Month by exploring the thrill and beauty of ziplining with Navitat Canopy Adventures—a premier tree-based adventure company just 30 minutes from downtown Asheville, North Carolina.
🎧 Featured guest Teresa DeCastro shares what makes Navitat a must-visit for adventure seekers, couples, families, and groups. From heart-racing ziplines to romantic proposals, group celebrations, and inclusive outdoor experiences, Navitat offers a safe and scenic way to experience the Blue Ridge Mountains like never before. Learn more: https://navitat.com/asheville-nc/
🌿 Hosts Steve & Karen Wilson, aka “Mr & Mrs Wild”, join the conversation with their insights as innkeepers of the Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a beautifully restored pink Victorian located in Asheville’s historic Montford District. Discover their summer specials and plan your Asheville escape: https://www.lion-rose.com/
🎙️ The episode also highlights:
- Personal stories of overcoming fear and growing through adventure
- The importance of capturing memories (with help from Navitat’s guides)
- The power of nature’s resilience, even after disasters
- Why supporting local businesses and community-based tourism matters more than ever
- How shared outdoor experiences strengthen family bonds and create lifelong memories
📅 Big Blend Radio’s Adventures in Asheville airs every first Tuesday on the Big Blend Radio Network. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
🎧 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s other podcast channels including Vacation Station, Parks & Travel, and Big Daily Blend. Explore our full podcast network at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In Part 2 of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" podcast on Pensacola, Florida, travel writer Terri Guthrie continues her coastal journey by exploring the deep-rooted connection between military and civilian life in the Florida Panhandle. From the emotional stories behind military service to vibrant nightlife and historical landmarks, this episode dives into the heart and soul of Pensacola’s culture.
🎙️ Hear about:
- The powerful presence of the U.S. Navy, the Blue Angels, and the National Naval Aviation Museum
- The emotional experiences and sacrifices tied to military families
- The warmth of Southern hospitality in welcoming service members
- Local favorites like the Bushwhacker cocktail and nightlife at Seville Quarter
- Hidden gems like Fort Pickens, natural landscapes, and Pensacola’s claim as the first European settlement in the U.S.
📖 Catch up on Part 1 & read Terri’s article about Pensacola:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-pensacola-florida/
📅 NEW! “Travel with Terri” is now a WEEKLY podcast—tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM CT!
🎧 Subscribe & follow here: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Parks & Travel and Vacation Station podcast channels.
🎧 Full network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
It’s all about Happy Mindful Meditations on this uplifting episode of Big Blend Radio’s Soul Diving Sunday Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin, founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™.
Shelley explores the powerful role meditation and mindfulness play in achieving emotional well-being. Tune in to learn how shifting your perspective can spark personal growth and happiness, and discover how simple, mindful practices—like focusing on appreciation—can calm the mind, reduce stress, and help you live more consciously.
🧘 Key Takeaways:
- Meditation can help manage emotions and bring clarity
- Shifting perspectives is key to personal growth
- Mindful meditation can be effective in just two minutes
- Focusing on appreciation shifts your mindset
- Expectations often lead to disappointment and frustration
- Presence is essential for peace and clarity
- Self-care practices support emotional well-being
- Cooking can be a meditative and expressive act
- Letting go makes room for new experiences
📘 Read Shelley’s article: The Power of Meditation
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-meditation/
📚 Get her book What Do You Bring to the Table? on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Bring-Table-Inspirational/dp/1087932106
🎧 Listen to Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley. New episodes drop every first Sunday:
https://soul-diving-sunday-shelley.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Family Month with this heartfelt and insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s Big Daily Blend podcast, where we dive into the rich and emotional world of genealogy and family history.
In this powerful conversation, our guests share personal stories of uncovering their roots, exploring the emotional impact of their discoveries, and the profound connections forged through understanding ancestry. From the complexities of adoption to the joys of discovering hidden family stories, this episode highlights the importance of storytelling, cultural heritage, and empathy in shaping our identities and navigating life.
Whether you’re new to genealogy or deep into your family history journey, this episode offers inspiration, support, and a sense of community.
🎙️ Featured Guests:
Johnny Schaefer - Award-winning singer/songwriter. https://hearjohnny.com/
Glynn Burrows – Family history expert, Norfolk Tours UK. https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Julie Ryan McGue – Author, memoirist, and speaker. https://juliemcgueauthor.com/
Jo Clark – Travel writer & family history researcher. https://recipestravelculture.com/ & https://haveglasswilltravel.com/
Cherie Claire – Travel writer & author. https://www.cherieclaire.net/
Kimberly Hess – Author & family history researcher. https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
* Diane Dobry – Memoirist & travel writer. https://hungarianaquarian.com/ & https://gettinghungary.com/
🧬 Key Takeaways:
- National Family Month emphasizes the importance of family bonds.
- Genealogy research uncovers emotional and impactful family stories.
- Writing and storytelling preserve family legacies.
- Adoption stories reveal the complexity of identity and belonging.
- Online and travel communities support family history research.
- Exploring ancestry deepens cultural and personal understanding.
- Diaries, documents, and travel can connect us to our past.
- Empathy and acceptance are vital when reflecting on historical injustices.
🎧 Also featured on our Quality of Life and Way Back When shows.
🔗 Explore More Big Blend Radio Podcasts:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's JEFFERSON HIGHWAY Show, we chat with Jordan Boyd, Executive Director of the Dobson Museum and Home in Miami, Oklahoma — a must-visit destination located along both the historic Jefferson Highway and Route 66.
Discover how the Dobson Museum serves as a vibrant cultural hub, preserving the history of Ottawa County and honoring the vision of Nellie Dobson, who aimed to create a lasting memorial to her family and community. With original furnishings from the Dobson family, the museum provides an intimate glimpse into local heritage and daily life in early Oklahoma.
Jordan shares how the museum’s engaging youth programs like Dobson Discovery Days make history fun and interactive for children, and discusses the rotating exhibits that keep the community involved and informed.
Whether you're a history buff, educator, traveler, or heritage tourism enthusiast, this episode offers meaningful insights into how local museums can shape future generations and foster pride in regional stories.
🎧 Listen now and plan your visit!
🔗 Dobson Museum and Home:
http://www.dobsonmuseum.com
🔗 Learn more about the Jefferson Highway Association:
https://jeffersonhighway.org/
🎙️ Listen to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast:
https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Women Making History” podcast shines a spotlight on the untold and often overlooked stories of women in wartime —from espionage to frontline heroism.
Featured Guests:
Glynn Burrows shares the legacies of nurse Edith Cavell and WWII’s Jeannie MacIntosh.
🔗 https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-does-memorial-weekend-mean-to-you/
Jo Clark honors Belle W. Baruch—American pilot, equestrian, philanthropist, and coastal observer.
🔗 https://recipestravelculture.com/ | https://haveglasswilltravel.com/
📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/belle-baruch-american-pilot-equestrian-and-spy/
Sharon K. Kurtz shares Harriet Tubman’s trailblazing role in leading a Union Army raid.
🔗 https://sharonkkurtz.com/
📖 https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/harriet-tubman-a-legacy-of-courage-and-compassion/
🕊️ Celebrate resilience, honor sacrifice, and amplify women's wartime history.
Join us on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast as travel writer Debbie Stone shares highlights from her unforgettable European Waterways luxury barge cruise aboard the Spirit of Scotland. Journey through Scotland’s stunning Great Glen, between the historic city of Inverness and the town of Fort William, while taking in breathtaking views, rich history, and unique cultural experiences. Debbie recounts her relaxing and scenic cruise along the Caledonian Canal, with memorable off-boat excursions including: Tours of castles and distilleries A captivating falconry and birds of prey demonstration* Visits to historic landmarks like Fort Augustus, Culloden Moor, and Clava Cairns Learn what makes European Waterways the premier barging company in Europe, with its fleet of 18 luxurious vessels cruising across nine countries, and discover why this intimate, all-inclusive travel experience is unlike any other. 📖 Read Debbie’s full article:https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/explore-scotland-on-a-european-waterways-barge-cruise/ 🧭 Plan your trip:https://www.europeanwaterways.com 🎧 Listen & Subscribe to the podcast:https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/ 🖼️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio's “Vacation Station” travel channelExplore more inspiring episodes on the Big Blend Radio Network:https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" podcast, travel writer Terri Guthrie takes you on an unforgettable journey through beautiful and historic Pensacola, Florida—a dream beach destination packed with adventure, charm, and rich history.
From watching the Blue Angels practice from the Flight Line to nighttime kayaking, indulging in ocean-to-table dining, and enjoying luxury accommodations, Terri shares her firsthand experiences and travel tips to help you plan your perfect Pensacola getaway.
While Pensacola is famed for its sugar-white sand beaches, there's so much more to discover. Explore nearly 500 years of history, visit centuries-old landmarks, tour top-tier museums, shop at Florida’s #1 outdoor market, and savor the flavors of the Gulf at the region’s incredible restaurants and cafes.
🎧 Listen now to uncover why Pensacola should be on your travel radar!
📖 Read Terri’s full Pensacola article:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-pensacola-florida/
🌍 Follow Terri’s global adventures:
https://travelwithterri.net/
📅 New episodes every 4th Monday at 6 PM CST. Subscribe here:
https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
🎙️ Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Parks & Travel and Vacation Station podcast channels.
🎧 Subscribe to the full Big Blend Radio Network:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this special Memorial Day episode of Big Blend Radio, we honor our nation’s heroes and spotlight Military Appreciation Month with travel writer and editor Kris Grant. She shares the deep military and naval aviation history of Coronado, California, highlighting its connection to naval aviation, Navy SEAL training, and legendary figures like Glenn Curtiss.
The conversation explores life on a naval base, the evolution of military aviation, and the cultural significance of Coronado—from the festive Independence Day Parade to the historic and famously haunted Hotel del Coronado.
Kris also shares insights on other fascinating military history destinations, including:
- Dayton, Ohio – A hub of aviation heritage with the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
- Hammondsport and Corning, New York – Home to the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum and the scenic Finger Lakes region
🎧 Listen in for inspiring stories that commemorate service and preserve the legacy of America’s military past.
🔗 Websites & Resources:
- Coronado Magazine & Coronado Eagle/Journal: https://www.coronadonewsca.com/
- Visit Coronado, California: https://discovercoronado.com/
- Glenn H. Curtiss Museum (Hammondsport, NY): https://glennhcurtissmuseum.org/
- Explore Corning & the Finger Lakes: https://exploresteuben.com/
- Destination Dayton (Visitor Info): https://www.destinationdayton.org/
- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force: https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/
- National Aviation Heritage Area: https://www.nps.gov/daav/index.htm
- International Food Wine Travel Writers Association: https://ifwtwa.org/
In this heartfelt episode of Big Blend Radio, we honor Memorial Day and Military Appreciation Month by exploring the deep connections formed through acts of kindness—especially within the military community. The conversation also highlights how travel can deepen our understanding of military history and sacrifice.
Guests Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough, founders of the Wanderers Compass travel blog, share their inspiring story of meeting through the nonprofit organization Soldiers’ Angels. They discuss the emotional bonds built through care packages, letters, and food, and how small gestures can create lasting impacts for both soldiers and supporters.
Follow their adventures:
https://www.wandererscompass.com/
Innkeepers Steve & Karen Wilson of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina, and Tiffany Bertram of Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast in Hot Springs, Arkansas, share how they honor veterans through initiatives like baking for troops and offering free stays for veterans in November. They also discuss veteran support efforts and historical military sites within their communities.
Learn more about their inns:
https://www.lion-rose.com/
https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
Through moving personal stories and thoughtful conversations, this episode shines a light on the power of giving, the importance of remembrance, and the many meaningful ways we can support those who serve.
🎧 Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Wanderer's Compass and Military Appreciation
03:05 – The Journey of Connection through Soldiers’ Angels
05:59 – The Impact of Food and Care Packages
09:08 – Building Bonds: From Soldiers to Family
12:05 – The Ripple Effect of Kindness and Compassion
15:03 – The Importance of Communication and Understanding
18:12 – Volunteering and Supporting Veterans
21:06 – The Role of Community in Veteran Support
23:52 – Personal Stories and Emotional Connections
27:13 – Encouraging Engagement with Veterans
30:02 – Conclusion: The Power of Giving and Connection
38:32 – The Impact of Travel on Understanding History
41:53 – Visiting War Memorials: A Personal Journey
44:52 – The Importance of Learning Real History
48:21 – Reflections on War and Its Consequences
54:11 – Exploring Turkey: A New Adventure
56:52 – Connecting with Innkeepers: A Tribute to Veterans
01:06:04 – Honoring Military History and Service
01:09:46 – Community Support for Veterans
01:12:39 – Understanding Sacrifice and Service
01:20:17 – Exploring Family History and Genealogy
01:26:14 – Baking for Troops and Community Engagement
🔗 Keep up with Big Blend Radio’s network of shows:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In honor of Memorial Day and Military Appreciation Month, this special episode of Big Blend Radio's Way Back When show explores two pivotal military history destinations—Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and Gela, Sicily—revealing the powerful stories they hold and the enduring human cost of war.
Author and military historian Mir Bahmanyar shares the gripping history of Gela, the first European city liberated during World War II. Hear his recent interview with us covering his acclaimed book "The Houdini Club: The Epic Journey and Daring Escapes of the First Army Rangers of WWII" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mir-bahmanyar-the-houdini-club/
Author Matthew Langdon Cost delves into Gettysburg and the heroic efforts of Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th Maine during the Civil War’s most decisive battle, depicted in his historical novel "At Every Hazard: Joshua Chamberlain and the Civil War. " More than a look back, this conversation invites listeners to visit these historic places, reflect on the profound human sacrifices made, and gain a deeper appreciation for both soldiers and civilians affected by war.
Learn more about our guests:-- Mir Bahmanyar: https://www.mirbahmanyar.com/-- Matthew Langdon Cost: https://www.mattcost.net/
Chapters:00:00 – Honoring Sacrifice: Memorial Day Reflections03:05 – The Human Cost of War06:01 – Patriotism and Personal Choices09:08 – The Impact of War on Society12:13 – Documenting the Stories of War15:04 – The Houdini Club: Tales of Resilience23:40 – Exploring Sicily's Historical Significance28:01 – The Dark Side of Technology and Warfare30:20 – The Power of Technology for Good32:10 – Introduction to Gettysburg and Joshua Chamberlain35:22 – The Pivotal Role of Joshua Chamberlain41:04 – The Importance of Historical Memory46:01 – The Significance of Gettysburg Today Listen to more episodes of Way Back When: https://way-back-when-history.podbean.com/
In this episode of Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, to honor the life and legacy of Ted DeGrazia on what would be his 116th birthday (Flag Day, June 14).
Known as one of the most reproduced artists in the world, DeGrazia captured the spirit of the Southwest through bold, expressive paintings that reflected the region’s people, cultures, and landscapes. From his deep connections to Native American and Mexican traditions, to his contributions to Arizona Highways magazine, DeGrazia’s work continues to inspire generations.
🎧 In This Episode:
The history and mission of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, a 10-acre National Historic Landmark in Tucson
Stories behind current exhibits: Ted DeGrazia in the Studio of Diego Rivera and Louise Serpa's Portraits of Ted DeGrazia (on display through Sept. 3, 2025)
* DeGrazia’s ongoing influence on art, culture, and community dialogue
📍 Did You Know?
DeGrazia once made his own flag
He was featured and honored by Arizona Highways for his unique artistic voice
* The gallery provides a cool and creative escape during Tucson’s hot summers
🔗 Learn more: http://www.degrazia.org
🎙️ New Tales of Ted DeGrazia episodes air every 4th Sunday
📲 Follow the podcast: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com
Join hosts Lisa D. Smith and Joey Stuckey on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s MUSIC TALKS Show as they chat with award-winning Bay Area bluesman James Byfield, also known as Blind Lemon Pledge, about his dynamic new live album, LEMON LIVE!
Following the success of his chart-topping 2024 acoustic blues release Oh So Good, Lemon Live! captures the raw energy, soul, and musical finesse of the Blind Lemon Pledge Band in performance. Since his debut release in 2009, James has crafted a compelling career both as a studio recording artist and live performer, showcasing his versatile style throughout Northern California and beyond. Keep up with James and his music: https://blindlemon-pledge.com/
🎵 In this conversation, you'll hear about:
- The art of musical storytelling and the magic of live performance
- How geography influences musical style and identity
- The balance between collaboration and production perfection
- James’s evolving journey in blues music and upcoming projects
- Favorite live albums, musical heroes like The Allman Brothers, Miles Davis, Van Morrison & The Doors, and dream collaborations
This episode is full of insights, humor, and heartfelt reflections on the joy and purpose of making music.
🎸 About Joey Stuckey:
Known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia – the “Southern Rock Capital of the World” – Joey is a blind, award-winning guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, and sound engineer. Explore his inspiring work at https://www.joeystuckey.com/
🎙️ Tune in to Big Blend Radio’s MUSIC TALKS with Joey Stuckey every 4th Sunday at 12pm EST.
📲 Subscribe: https://bigblendradio.podbean.com/
Join us as we Wine It Up and toast to National Wine Day with this flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry show! This celebration explores the unique characteristics of wines from Oregon, California, Arizona, and Hungary, along with delicious wine pairings and personal wine journeys.
From vineyard updates to charcuterie boards and the rise of orange wine, this lively roundtable uncorks the diversity of global wine experiences and highlights why every day is worth celebrating with a good glass of wine.
🎙️ Featured Guests:
- Peggy Fiandaca – LDV Winery (Arizona) – https://ldvwinery.com
- Dave Specter – Bells Up Winery (Oregon) – https://bellsupwinery.com
- Jo Clark – Food/Wine/Travel Writer – https://recipestravelculture.com & https://haveglasswilltravel.com
- Sharon K. Kurtz – Travel Writer & Photographer – https://sharonkkurtz.com
- Clifford Garstang – Author & World Traveler – https://cliffordgarstang.com
- Diane Dobry – Travel Writer & Hungarian Wine Expert – https://gettinghungary.com
🛠️ Resources Mentioned in the Show:
- Sharon's Article on Folktale Winery & Vineyards:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sipping-stories-at-folktale-winery-vineyards
- Jo’s Article, Podcast & Travel Guide on Sonoma County:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sonoma-county-offers-more-than-great-vineyards
- Diane's Go-To for Hungarian Wines: http://tastehungary.us
🍷 For more episodes on food, wine, and cooking, visit:
https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com
In recognition of Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Jeremy D. Baker, author of the crime thriller, "The Guilty Sleep." A former U.S. Army counterintelligence agent and combat veteran, Jeremy shares how his military service and personal journey with PTSD have deeply influenced his writing.
The conversation explores the healing power of storytelling, the complex realities of crime and military life, and the powerful themes woven into "The Guilty Sleep." Jeremy offers compelling insights into human trafficking and transnational crime, highlighting how fiction can be a force for awareness and change. He also discusses the future of his work, including potential screen adaptations.
Jeremy D. Baker grew up in Italy, Florida, and Maryland. Over the past two decades, his national security career has spanned counterterrorism, organized crime, human trafficking, climate resilience, and cybersecurity. He now lives with his family in Maryland. Visit: https://www.jeremydbaker.com/
In honor of National Military Month and Memorial Day, this poignant episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" with Glynn Burrows—historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England—reflects on how we can respectfully remember those who lived through and lost their lives in World War I and World War II.
Glynn shares personal insights into the deeply rooted culture of remembrance in the UK, where nearly every village, town, and city has a war memorial bearing the names of locals who sacrificed their lives. These tributes serve as daily reminders of a shared history of loss and resilience. Learn more in Glynn’s companion article, "What Does Memorial Weekend Mean to You?" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-does-memorial-weekend-mean-to-you/
Glynn Burrows joins Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday, sharing stories that spotlight England as a travel destination and delve into family history research. Listen to more of his episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
This episode also features on our Big Daily Blend and Way Back When podcast channels. Explore the full Big Blend Radio Network at: Big Blend Radio Network on Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get ready to hit the road with Big Blend Radio! In honor of National Road Trip Day, we're excited to bring you Part Two of our special "ROAD TRIP ROAD" podcast series. This episode takes you on an incredible journey from the Southeast to the Southwest, uncovering hidden gems and popular spots in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Arizona!
We've got an amazing lineup of guests sharing their insights and stories:
- Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina, share their local expertise. https://www.lion-rose.com/
Terri Guthrie, a world traveler and travel writer, offers her unique perspectives on hitting the open road. https://travelwithterri.net/
Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona, talks about the delights of the Southwest. https://ldvwinery.com/
Tune in for their expert advice and inspiring tales to fuel your wanderlust! Plus, don't forget to check out our Road Trip Music Playlist on Spotify for the perfect travel soundtrack. Listen: https://tinyurl.com/sf4x7rat
Want even more travel inspiration? Be sure to subscribe to our Big Blend Newsletter for exclusive content, and keep an eye out for our special Road Trip USA Map feature in the upcoming Bumper Issue of Big Blend Express Podcast Magazine! Subscribe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/join-us/
Hit the open road with Big Blend Radio! In honor of National Road Trip Day, with Part One of our special "ROAD TRIP ROAD" podcast series. We're taking you on an epic journey from the Southeast to the Southwest. Discover hidden gems and popular spots across Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Texas, Arkansas, and Colorado.
This episode features an amazing roster of guests:
- Jeffrey Spear: Branding expert, food/travel writer, and author: https://spearwrites.contently.com/ & https://www.studiospear.com/
- Jo Clark: Food/wine/travel writer and photographer: https://recipestravelculture.com & https://haveglasswilltravel.com/
- Sharon K. Kurtz: Travel writer and photographer: https://sharonkkurtz.com/
- Eva Eldridge: Road tripper, travel writer, and book industry expert: https://evaeldridge.com/
- Kathleen Walls: Travel writer and author: https://americanroads.net/
- Tiffany Bertram: Owner/innkeeper of Tiffany's B&B: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com /
- Cherith L. Fluker: Freelance travel writer: https://whatcherithinks.com/
Tune in for insights, stories, and expert advice to fuel your wanderlust. Plus, find the perfect soundtrack for your travels with our Road Trip Music Playlist on Spotify! Listen: https://tinyurl.com/sf4x7rat
Want more travel inspiration? Subscribe to our Big Blend Newsletter for exclusive content, and keep an eye out for our special Road Trip USA Map feature in the upcoming Bumper Issue of Big Blend Express Podcast Magazine. Subscribe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/join-us/
Celebrate National Road Trip Day (May 23) with this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s Jefferson Highway Show. We’re hitting the road with Charlotte Knotek to explore the scenic and historic treasures of DeSoto Parish, located just south of Shreveport in northwest Louisiana.
From the natural beauty of Toledo Bend Lake to immersive Civil War battlefield reenactments, charming small-town Main Streets, and delicious Southern cuisine, DeSoto Parish offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, rich history, and down-home hospitality. Discover beautiful Greek Revival architecture, seasonal berry picking, historic cemeteries, unique shops, cozy bed & breakfasts, and more than 30 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Whether you're a history buff, nature lover, or road trip enthusiast, this episode will inspire your next getaway along the Jefferson Highway.
🔗 Plan Your Adventure:
- DeSoto Parish Tourism: https://discoverdesoto.com
- Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org
📅 Tune in every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except holidays) to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com
Happy National Road Trip Day! 🎉 Join us for a special episode of Big Blend Radio’s Jefferson Highway Show, as we celebrate May 23rd with Aaron Perry and Cassandra Ringel, the passionate owners behind Gearhead Curios and the highly anticipated Petrol Motor Quart in Galena, Kansas.
Situated on both the historic Jefferson Highway and iconic Route 66, Gearhead Curios is more than just a souvenir shop – it's a vibrant visitor center and a perfect photo-op spot to create and share your road trip memories, housed in a charming 1939 Texaco station.
Get ready for Petrol Motor Quart, opening soon just two blocks north! This isn't your average lodging; it's a destination designed to transport you back in time. Imagine staying in themed cabins, each a loving tribute to the vintage gas stations that lined these legendary byways. With mid-century decor and architectural nods to different eras, Petrol Motor Quart promises a comfortable and captivating escape into the nostalgic charm of Americana.
Planning a weekend getaway or your next great American road trip? This episode will inspire you to explore the unique history and vibrant present of the Jefferson Highway.
🎧 Listen now and fuel your wanderlust:
Gearhead Curios: https://www.facebook.com/GearheadCurios
Petrol Motor Quart: https://www.facebook.com/PetrolMotorQuart
Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
📅 Don't miss the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast, every 4th Thursday at 6 pm CST: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Road Trip Day (May 23) with us on a special episode of Big Blend Radio’s Jefferson Highway Show! Our guest, Janna Conklin, provides an insightful overview of what to experience at the renowned and historic Boots Court Motel & Visitor Center, located in charming Carthage, Missouri.
Experience the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comfort at this beautifully restored boutique gem, nestled along historic Route 66 and the Jefferson Highway at the “Crossroads of America.” Discover why notable guests like Clark Gable and Gene Autry flocked here, and why USA Today recently ranked it the 5th Best Roadside Motel in the U.S. for its commitment to historic preservation and guest experience.
Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or your next great American road trip, you'll see why the Boots Court Motel on the “Pines to Palms” Jefferson Highway is a must-visit. Stay the night, take a guided tour, or browse their unique collection of souvenirs and take home a piece of history!
🎧 Listen now and start planning your visit:
- Boots Court Motel & Visitor Center: https://bootscourt66.com/
- Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
📅 Tune in every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Get ready to hit the open road in celebration of National Road Trip Day (May 23)! In this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s Jefferson Highway Show, we take you on a Southern Minnesota adventure along the historic Jefferson Highway, spotlighting the charming Minne-Roadtrip destinations of Owatonna, Faribault, and Northfield.
Our featured guests—Glenda Smith, Devin Winjum, and Rachel Trnka—share insider tips, hidden gems, and can’t-miss experiences across these three scenic towns. From historic museums and art centers to hand-rolled candies, cave-aged cheeses, and scenic trails, this episode is your guide to small-town charm, rich history, unique shopping, and delicious dining in Southern Minnesota.
Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or your next great American road trip, you'll see why this stretch of the “Pines to Palms” Jefferson Highway is a must-visit.
🎧 Listen now and start planning your perfect road trip!
🛣️ Learn More & Start Planning
- Minne-RoadTrip: https://www.minneroadtrip.com/
- Visit Owatonna: https://visitowatonna.org/
- Faribault Area Chamber & Tourism: https://visitfaribault.com/
- Visit Northfield: https://www.visitnorthfield.com/
- Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
📅 Tune in every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except holidays) to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com
Get ready to hit the open road! In this special episode of Big Blend Radio's Jefferson Highway Show, we're gearing up for National Road Trip Day (May 23) with guest Beth Hilburn, co-owner of the retro-charming Hi-Way Cafe and Western Motel in Vinita, Oklahoma. Nestled on both the historic Jefferson Highway and legendary Route 66, these roadside gems are must-stops for travelers seeking nostalgia, great food, and unique attractions.
From the towering 24-ft “Big Bill” Muffler Man and the iconic Mohawk Trail “Big Indian” statue, to their famous Guinness World Record-holding car, Beth shares the story behind these beloved landmarks and how they keep the spirit of American road trips alive. Hear what makes Hi-Way Cafe a family-friendly destination with hearty meals and retro flair, and why the newly renovated Western Motel is a top choice for a clean, comfortable, and affordable stay.
Explore the charm of Vinita, Oklahoma, and discover why this community is a shining stop along the "Pines to Palms" Jefferson Highway—stretching from Winnipeg to New Orleans.
🎧 Listen now and start planning your next great American road trip!
🛣️ Learn More:
Hi-Way Cafe: https://hi-waycafe.com/
Western Motel: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/western-motel-in-vinita-oklahoma/
* Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
📅 Tune in every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except holidays) to the Historic Jefferson Highway Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
In honor of Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this Big Blend Radio episode of Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou explores the sacred sites of Hawai’i and the ancient legends and history that surround them.
✈️ Visit incredible Hawaiian locations like:
🌺 Pu’ukohola Heiau (Temple on the Hill of the Whale)
🌴 Waipio Valley of the Kings
🌀 Hikiau Heiau at Kealakekua Bay
🏝️ Pi’ilanihale Heiau – the largest temple in Polynesia
🌿 Limahuli Garden on Kauai
⛰️ Halawa Valley on Moloka’i
🌬️ Nu’uanu Pali on Oahu
…and more!
📚 Learn about Linda’s historical novel "Wai-nani: A Voice from Old Hawai’i," inspired by the legendary wife of the warrior-chief who united the islands:
🔗 http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/Wainani.html
🌍 Follow Linda’s travel adventures & books:
🔗 https://lostangeladventures.com
🎧 New episodes air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST
🎙️ Subscribe to Big Blend Radio:
https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com
In this heartwarming episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show, we highlight inspiring rescue and adoption stories involving dogs, cats, horses — and even wildlife! You'll also get practical tips on how to bond with rescued animals and give them the loving care they deserve.
🎙️ ON THIS EPISODE:
* Lisa Smith – The "daughter" half of Big Blend Radio & Magazine’s mother-daughter duo, Lisa is a full-time traveler and seasoned pet sitter. She shares stories from the road, pets she and Nancy have cared for, and touching wildlife rescues from Nancy's experiences.
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Angela Laws – A veteran pet sitter, grief counselor, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com, Angela shares her horse rescue stories, advice on earning trust from rescue animals, and the value of pet sitters.
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Kathleen Walls – Travel writer, author, and passionate feral cat rescuer, Kathleen shares compelling tales of her feline companions, many of whom are featured in her books. Visit: https://katywalls.com/
Whether you're a lifelong pet lover or thinking about adopting a rescue, this episode is full of heartfelt stories and helpful guidance.
🐾 Listen to more episodes: https://pet-connection.podbean.com
🎙️In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Journey Jukebox with Lisa, we’re diving into the soul of the South with an unforgettable journey along the Mississippi Blues Trail! 🎸🎤
Join travel writer Lisa Evans as she explores legendary landmarks like Robert Johnson’s Crossroads, 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis, and Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi—where she caught a powerful performance by Shemekia Copeland. Discover the stories behind the trail’s historic markers and the influential musicians who made the Blues a global phenomenon.
🗺️ Read Lisa’s Full Article:
👉 https://rovology.com/united-states/mississippi/my-journey-of-discovery-along-the-mississippi-blues-trail/
🎵 Listen to the Journey Jukebox Playlist on Spotify:
👉 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648
📚 About Lisa Evans:
Author of "100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die"
🌐 https://writerlisa.com/
🌐 https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans
📅 New Episodes Air Every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST!
🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
From Cape Town, South Africa to Tema, Ghana—join us on this fascinating episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) as award-winning food and travel writer Sucheta Rawal shares highlights from her luxury cruise journey aboard the Crystal Symphony up the stunning West Coast of Africa.
Discover what it’s like to explore Namibia, Angola, São Tomé and Príncipe, Benin, and Ghana in comfort and style. Sucheta dives into the ship's elegant accommodations, world-class dining, onboard entertainment and expert lectures, and culturally rich shoreline excursions.
A prolific writer and speaker, Sucheta Rawal has visited 126 countries across all 7 continents. She contributes to National Geographic, CNN, TIME Magazine, and more, and is the author of five travel-themed children's books. Her nonprofit, Go Eat Give, promotes responsible and meaningful travel. She’s also a TEDx speaker and will deliver her fourth TEDx talk this year in Manila.
✨ Read more about her West Africa experience: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/West-Africa-is-open-for-tourism--Here-s-how-you-can-visit-comfortably---.html
🌍 Learn more about Sucheta Rawal: https://suchetarawal.com
🍷 Discover IFWTWA: https://ifwtwa.org
🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes every 2nd Tuesday, Friday & 3rd Monday:
https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Channel.
Who was Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun—and why is one of history’s most successful female artists still relatively unknown?
📘 In this episode, historian and biographer Judith Lissauer Cromwell shares insights from her new book: “Louise-Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun: Portrait of an Artist, 1755–1842.” From 18th-century France to exile during the French Revolution, discover how this trailblazing portraitist overcame gender barriers to become a legend in her time.
🎧 Listen now + learn more: https://www.judithcromwell.com
📌 Featured on Big Blend’s Podcast Channels:
• Women Making History
• A Toast to The Arts
• Way Back When
Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🎙️ In honor of Armed Forces Day (May 17, 2025) and the upcoming Memorial Day (May 26, 2025), we're revisiting this meaningful Big Blend Radio conversation with artist and art historian Victoria Chick.
In this episode, Victoria explores the evolution of Veterans Memorials in the United States, from their 19th-century beginnings to the powerful tributes we see today. She explains how, historically, memorials focused on glorifying victories or honoring rulers — and how that shifted to commemorating the sacrifice and service of individual soldiers.
🎨 Learn about the art, symbolism, and cultural significance behind some of America’s most notable veterans memorials.
📖 Read Victoria’s accompanying article here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/oamh/#p=68
🎨 Visit Victoria Chick’s portfolio: https://victoriachick.com/
🎙️ Tune in to Big Blend Radio's World of Art Podcast every 3rd Saturday for engaging conversations on art history, contemporary art, museum culture, and more: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Way Back When podcast channel. Explore the entire network of educational and arts-focused shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🍕 National Pizza Party Day is HERE! 🎉 Join us for a fun and delicious episode of Big Blend Radio's HAPPY HOUR as we celebrate everything pizza! From classic deep dish and thin crust debates to the age-old question of pineapple on pizza, we're diving deep into the world of everyone's favorite food.
We explore unique pizza parlors and ask our fantastic guests the ultimate pizza party question: If you could invite ANY three people (alive, passed on, or fictional) to a pizza bash, who would they be and what kind of pizza are you serving?
Our special guests include:
🍕 Peggy Fiandaca, LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com/
🍕Jeffrey Spear, Branding Expert & Writer: https://spearwrites.contently.com/ & https://www.studiospear.com/
🍕Rose Palmer, Travel Writer & Photographer (live from a cruise!): https://quiltripping.com/
🍕Clifford Garstang, Acclaimed Author: https://cliffordgarstang.com/
Craving some pizza inspiration? Check out these recipes and articles:
🍕 Chef Ivan's Pizza Dough: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lets-make-pizza/
🍕 Peggy's Quick & Fresh Marinara: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-quick-and-fresh-marinara-recipe/
🍕 Giada's Positano Pizzas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/positano-pizzas/
🍕 Spicy Veggie Pizza-Dilla: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-veggie-pizza-dilla/
🍕 Margherita French Bread Pizza: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/margherita-french-bread-pizza/
🍕 5 Italian Foods You Won't Find in Italy: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-italian-foods-you-wont-find-in-italy/
Don't forget to check out this episode on the Big Daily Blend and Eat, Drink & Be Merry channels of the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Stop dreading feedback and start using it to skyrocket your career! In this insightful episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach Rita Sever ("SUPERVISION MATTERS" & "LEADING FOR JUSTICE" author), you'll discover a powerful 10-step process for effectively receiving feedback in the workplace.
Rita breaks down how to truly listen, understand, and utilize feedback – even when it's tough to hear. Learn practical strategies to remain open, clarify concerns, and transform critiques into actionable steps for professional growth.
Key Takeaways You'll Gain:
- Step-by-step guidance on how to approach feedback conversations.
- Tips to manage your defensiveness and cultivate a growth mindset.
- How to ensure you understand the feedback you're receiving.
- The importance of considering power dynamics in feedback situations.
- Actionable strategies for responding and following up on feedback.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, mastering the art of receiving feedback is a game-changer. Tune in to gain valuable insights from leadership expert Rita Sever!
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
- Rita Sever's Website: https://supervisionmatters.com/
- Part 1: Feedback Benefits & Basics: https://youtu.be/fSAi0EAWgWg
- Part 2: The Formula for Giving Feedback: https://youtu.be/PYS22Z0SZaQ
Listen to the full SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
Explore more business and career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this empowering episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business and Career Show, Lea Brovedani, internationally recognized as “The Trust Architect”, shares powerful insights on how to understand and manage emotions using the 6-Second Rule. Learn how to harness the power of emotional intelligence to strengthen both your personal and professional relationships.
A leading expert on trust, Lea breaks down the emotional tools and mindset needed to build credibility, connection, and confidence in the workplace. Her approach is based on years of experience and the core principles of her work in trust-building.
Lea has been named one of North America’s Top Thought Leaders on Trust by Trust Across America. She’s an author, speaker, and workshop facilitator, and her books include:
📘 Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World
📘 TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader
Beyond her work in leadership development, Lea is also a certified death doula, offering compassionate guidance and support for end-of-life planning.
🔗 Learn more about Lea’s work on trust: https://leabrovedani.com
🔗 Learn about her end-of-life care services: https://souljourneydoula.com
In this empowering episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Books & Authors Show" with Books Forward, we chat with debut author Deb Miller and her daughter Hadley Edwards about Deb’s inspiring new memoir, Forget the Fairy Tale and Find Your Happiness (She Writes Press, June 24, 2025).
Blending memoir with cultural commentary, Deb shares how she broke free from the traditional "happily-ever-after" narrative to embrace a life built on self-discovery, courage, and personal fulfillment. Together with Hadley, she explores how today’s women can rewrite their own stories—without waiting for a prince to save the day.
From navigating societal expectations to examining the evolution of Disney princesses, this honest and hopeful conversation is perfect for listeners interested in women’s empowerment, memoirs by strong women, feminist perspectives, and personal growth journeys.
📘 Pre-order the book and learn more: https://forgetthefairytale.net
🎧 Keep up with Big Blend Radio's Podcast Network of Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie”, we observe National High Blood Pressure Education Month by diving into the realities of high blood pressure (hypertension) and its impact on heart health. Known as the “silent killer,” hypertension affects 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. and often presents no symptoms until a serious event, such as a stroke or heart attack, occurs.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, cardiologist and author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story,” shares key lifestyle tips to lower your blood pressure naturally:
- Exercise more 🏃♀️
- Eat less salt 🧂
- Drink in moderation 🍷
- Get better sleep 😴
🎧 Listen & subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
📘 Learn more: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
🔔 New episodes every 2nd Wednesday! Also on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & “Big Daily Blend” channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get ready to explore the breathtaking landscapes and exciting outdoor experiences of Steuben County in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York! In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we chat with Dave DeGolyer from Explore Steuben about all the fun and adventure you can have in this scenic destination.
From kayaking on Keuka Lake and fishing the Chemung River, to hiking the 1000-mile Finger Lakes Trail, wildlife watching at Erwin Wildlife Management Area, and cycling the Keuka Gravel routes, Steuben County is a nature lover’s dream. You'll also hear about top outdoor attractions like Letchworth State Park, Stony Brook State Park, Mossy Bank Park, Birdseye Hollow State Forest, Spencer Crest Nature Center, and the Susquehanna Basin Water Trail.
Beyond outdoor adventure, Steuben County offers award-winning wineries, locally inspired cuisine, world-renowned art (like at the nearby Corning Museum of Glass), and a welcoming, small-town vibe that makes it the perfect travel destination for families, couples, and solo explorers alike.
🎧 Listen now to plan your ultimate Finger Lakes outdoor getaway:
👉 http://www.exploresteuben.com/
👉 Subscribe on Podbean: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
👉 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Vacation Station” and “Parks & Travel” podcast channels. Discover more travel inspiration at the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wanderers Compass" Travel Podcastwith Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough—founders of Wanderers Compass Travel Blog—takes listeners on an immersive journey through The Presidio in San Francisco. Spanning 1,500 acres next to the Golden Gate Bridge, this unique National Park Service site blends natural beauty, historic landmarks, and cultural intrigue into one unforgettable destination.
From crashing Pacific waves to towering eucalyptus groves, The Presidio is a place of quiet wonder and powerful storytelling. Joelle and Ryan dive into its rich history and share personal highlights, including their Top 14 Things to Do, dining favorites, and lodging tips.
📝 Read their article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-the-presidio-san-franciscos-best-kept-secret/
🌍 Follow Wanderers Compass: https://www.wandererscompass.com/
📅 New Episodes:
Catch Wanderers Compass every second Monday on Big Blend Radio: https://wandererscompass.podbean.com/
🎧 Also featured on “Vacation Station," "Big Daily Blend,” "Parks & Travel" and "Way Back When" podcast channels. Listen on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Jo Goes Everywhere!" podcast, travel writer and photographer Jo Clark shares her flavorful and fun-filled journey through Penn Yan, a charming town nestled in New York’s Finger Lakes region. Founded by Pennsylvania Yankees, Penn Yan is rich in history and known for its scenic lakes, historic mills, and lush dairy pastures.
Jo takes listeners on a culinary adventure along the Keuka Lake Wine Trail and Seneca Lake Wine Trail, with memorable stops at top wineries, breweries, and eateries. Highlights include tastings at Kemmeter Wines, Ravines Wine Cellars, and Herman J. Wiemer Vineyard, plus visits to Sans Dumplings, Tabora Farm and Winery, Climbing Bines Craft Ale Company, and Laurentide Beer Company, located on the picturesque grounds of the historic Laurentide Inn and Carriage House. Jo also reviews her stay at the cozy and elegant Aubergine Inn, a Victorian-era B&B.
📍 Plan your Finger Lakes trip: Read Jo’s full article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/where-to-eat-drink-and-stay-in-penn-yan-ny/
🗓️ "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST on Big Blend Radio. Listen & Subscribe: https://jogoeseverywhere.podbean.com/
🌍 Follow Jo’s travels and food adventures at:
🔗 http://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
🔗 https://recipestravelculture.com/
🎙️ This episode is also featured on the Vacation Station and Eat, Drink & Be Merry channels of the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio, we raise a year-round toast to the incredible women who shape our lives — celebrating motherhood in all its forms. From powerful personal stories to fascinating insights into the animal kingdom and human history, this special show goes far beyond a single day of recognition.
Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter duo behind Big Blend Radio, kick off the show with heartfelt reflections from their adventures as pet sitters while they travel full-time, offering a unique look at maternal instincts in the animal world.
Featured Guests:
- Christy Wood – World champion horse trainer, author, and judge, Christy talks about how her mother supported her on her equestrian career journey. More at: https://wdnhorse.com/
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Aryn Youngless – Genealogist and author, Aryn explores the historical role of mothers through the lens of family ancestry, and the story of great grandmother. More at https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/
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Terri Guthrie – Travel writer and world traveler, Terri talks about how her husband Ron’s mother nudged him to get a higher education and become a fighter pilot. More at https://travelwithterri.net/
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Heidi Sander – Travel journalist and award-winning poet, Heidi reflects on her relationship with her mother and reads two poems from her book, “To Mom, With Love.” More at https://heidisander.com/
More Resources:
- “My Mom. Her Story: A Legacy Journal” by Aryn Youngless: https://a.co/d/7JUj1aR
- “To Mom, With Love: Poetry Collection” by Heidi Sander: https://tinyurl.com/2s4665y7
- Big Blend Radio with Ron Guthrie, Terri’s husband, about becoming a top gun fighter pilot: https://youtu.be/J1dUp1WgES8?feature=shared
Whether you're looking for a caring tribute, educational insight, or uplifting storytelling, this episode honors mothers and mother figures with heart, humor, and depth — perfect for Mother's Day or any day you want to celebrate the women who make the world go round.
Listen now and be inspired by the universal spirit of motherhood.
From a whinny to a nicker, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC’s of Horses” equestrian podcast with Christy Wood explores "horse noises," the fascinating world of horse vocalizations and what they mean.
Learn how to interpret different horse sounds, including variations in intensity and frequency. Is your horse expressing comfort, excitement, anxiety, or even attraction? Whether it's a call for food, a signal of distress, or playful flirting, understanding your horse’s sounds is key to building stronger communication and connection.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, award-winning extreme trail competitor, and a carded judge for seven breed associations. She’s also an author, riding instructor, and the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy and her equine services at https://wdnhorse.com.
🎧 Tune in to new episodes of Big Blend Radio's “ABC’s of Horses” Podcast with Christy Wood every 2nd Saturday.
📌 Listen to more episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with this captivating episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Nature Connection" Show, featuring naturalist and author Charles Hood, who discusses his new book “Nature at Night: Discover the Hidden World That Comes Alive After Dark” (Timber Press).
From glowing oceans to jungle predators and migrating birds under the stars, Hood explores the wonders of nocturnal wildlife through vivid storytelling and over 240 stunning photographs. With humor and ecological insight, he invites readers and listeners to see the night in a whole new light.
With a lifetime of travel to 80 countries and all 50 U.S. states, Charles has seen 6,000 bird species, survived a bubonic plague scare, and written 20 books. His passion for the natural world shines in this lively and insightful conversation.
🎧 This episode is featured on Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection and Big Daily Blend channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🌐 About Charles: https://hypersphere-orange-y8n3.squarespace.com/
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with this exciting episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Travel writer Mary Farah takes us on a journey through Southern Delaware, uncovering the region’s hidden gems and unexpected West Coast vibes.
From a luxurious stay at Avenue Inn and Spa to a wine tasting at Nassau Valley Vineyards, Mary shares her experience exploring Delaware’s “Culinary Coast.” Highlights include dining at One Coastal, enjoying a classic “drive on” beach lunch with Chef Hari Cameron, sweet indulgence at Dessert in Delaware, and visiting top attractions like the Delaware Botanic Gardens, Story Hill Farm, Funland, and the iconic Jolly Trolley.
📖 Read the full travel feature: "A Summer Getaway to Southern Delaware" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-summer-getaway-to-southern-delaware/
🌐 Learn more about IFWTWA: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🎧 Subscribe for more episodes: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio “Vacation Station,” “Eat, Drink & Be Merry,” and “Big Daily Blend” channels. Discover more travel, food, and lifestyle content on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quiltripping Travel with Rose podcast!
Travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer shares her favorite experiences and travel tips for visiting London, England—from watching performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall and enjoying afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, to strolling the Thames River, exploring Kew Gardens, and taking day trips to Stonehenge. Get inspired to plan your next UK getaway!
📖 Read her article “Seven Reasons Why I Love Visiting London”: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/seven-reasons-why-i-love-visiting-london/
🌐 Explore more at: https://quiltripping.com/
🎧 Subscribe on Podbean: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
📲 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Big Daily Blend and Vacation Station channels. Check it out: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Mangia and salute! This delicious episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Wine Time with Peggy” podcast is all about Italian food and wine. Host Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona, shares expert tips on pairing wine with Italian dishes, gives an update on the Arizona vineyard with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, and explores her Wine Term of the Month: “clones.”
👉 Plus, don’t miss Peggy’s Quick & Fresh Marinara Recipe – a must-try for any home cook who loves authentic Italian flavors: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-quick-and-fresh-marinara-recipe/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com and sip along with the show every first Wednesday at 4pm Arizona Time.
🎧 Follow the “Wine Time with Peggy” podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio Network channels including Eat, Drink & Be Merry. Discover more great podcasts at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon," where award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz takes you on a journey through Galveston, Texas—a vibrant coastal city shaped by its rich history, powerful storms, ghostly legends, and Gulf Coast charm.
From walking The Strand and sailing the historic Elissa, to honoring the roots of Juneteenth, visiting haunted hotels, and indulging in local seafood, Sharon shares insider tips and captivating stories from her return trip to this fascinating destination—one of the busiest cruise ports in the U.S.
📍 Plan your Galveston getaway: https://www.visitgalveston.com
📝 Read Sharon’s article on Galveston: https://shebuystravel.com/things-to-do-in-galveston/
🎙️ Sharon has explored over 50 countries across six continents, and brings each destination to life through her compelling storytelling and photography. Discover more of her work at https://sharonkkurtz.com.
📅 New episodes of Wander the World with Sharon air the first Wednesday of every month at 12pm CST: https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com
🎧 Also featured on Big Blend Radio’s channels including Big Daily Blend, Way Back When, and Vacation Station: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week with Flat Rock Playhouse on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast.
In this special episode, we spotlight the history and future of Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina. Located just minutes frm Hendersonville and just 30 miles south of Asheville, the area is also home to the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, plus boutique shops, art galleries, breweries, and local eateries.
Our featured guests Lisa Bryant and Christy Souther share the inspiring story and scenic setting of the Playhouse, its beloved summer camps and youth education programs, and an exciting lineup of 2025 shows, including:
- Cats
- Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
- The Play That Goes Wrong
- Murder on the Orient Express
- Autumn at The Opry
- Yellow Brick Joel: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John
- John Lloyd Young: Broadway’s Jersey Boy
- A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas
Plan your visit and learn more at https://www.flatrockplayhouse.org/
As always, this episode features Steve & Karen Wilson, aka “Mr & Mrs Wild,” innkeepers of the Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a beautifully restored pink Victorian in Asheville’s Montford Historic District. Discover their spring and summer getaway specials at https://www.lion-rose.com/
🎙️ Big Blend Radio’s Adventures in Asheville airs every first Tuesday on the Big Blend Radio Network. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
🎧 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s other podcast channels including "A Toast to The Arts" and "Big Daily Blend." Explore our full podcast network at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “A Toast to The Arts” Show, we’re joined by award-winning writer Karen F. Uhlmann who discusses her powerful debut novel, "Intersections," releasing May 6, 2025, through She Writes Press.
Based on a true story, "Intersections" explores themes of guilt, grief, and moral dilemma through the lives of two strangers connected by a tragic hit-and-run accident.
When suspended police officer Ed Kelly and fashion influencer Charlotte Oakes witness the same fatal crash that kills a young child, their lives begin to intertwine at the scene of the crime. As Ed searches for the truth, Charlotte harbors a chilling secret: she suspects her own daughter may be the driver responsible. The novel builds toward a riveting decision—will Charlotte protect her child, or do what’s right?
Karen shares the inspiration behind "Intersections," her writing journey, and how real-life events helped shape the emotional depth of this suspenseful, character-driven literary fiction.
Karen holds an MFA in fiction from Bennington and has earned prestigious accolades including the 2016 Rick Bass/Montana Prize for Fiction and the 2012 Northern Colorado Writers Award. Her work has appeared in respected literary journals such as Southern Indiana Review, Story, Whitefish Review, and The Common. She was recently shortlisted for the 2024 Lascaux Fiction Prize.
Learn more about Karen F. Uhlmann and her work: https://www.karenuhlmann.com
🎧 Listen & subscribe to the podcast: https://toast-the-arts.podbean.com
In honor of Mother’s Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Soul Diving Sunday show with Shelley Whizin takes a deep dive into the complex and transformative world of mother-daughter relationships.
Shelley discusses how generational trauma can be inherited just like traditions—and how it’s possible to consciously break those cycles to build a new legacy of love, respect, and emotional healing.
She also shares insights from the chapter she co-wrote with her daughter, Sarah, titled “A Legacy of Love: Breaking the Chain of Abuse,” featured in the powerful new book, "I Love You, I Hate You: Healing Generational Bonds—Navigating the Mother-Daughter Relationship." More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-mother-daughter-relationships/
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™, a transformational coach, and author of “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life.” Learn more about her coaching programs, courses, and workshops at https://shelleywhizin.com/
🎧 Listen to Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley. New episodes drop every first Sunday: https://soul-diving-sunday-shelley.podbean.com/
📺 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life” and “Big Daily Blend” channels. Explore the full network of Big Blend Radio Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
May the Fourth Be With You! In honor of Creative Beginnings Month—and with a nod to Star Wars Day—this inspiring Big Blend Radio panel discussion encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace creativity in all its forms.
Our special guests share how they launched their careers and reflect on the power of creative expression in music, writing, travel, food, business, and art. From award-winning authors and travel writers to branding experts and singer-songwriters, this lively conversation is a celebration of fresh starts and imaginative journeys.
🎙️ Featured Guests:
Johnny Schaefer – Award-winning singer-songwriter and cohost of Big Blend Radio’s "Big Daily Blend." https://hearjohnny.com/
Jo Clark – Travel writer, photographer, and host of Jo Goes Everywhere podcast. https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ + https://recipestravelculture.com/
Barbara Redding – Award-winning travel writer, photographer, and former journalist. https://barbararedding.com/
Jeffrey Spear – Graphic designer, branding expert, food writer, and author. https://spearwrites.contently.com/ + https://www.studiospear.com /
Matt Cost – Prolific author of history and mystery novels, with a background in education. https://www.mattcost.net/
🔗 Related Reads & Interviews Mentioned in the Episode:
Jo Clark’s Sonoma Sidecar Adventure: https://recipestravelculture.com/exciting-time-in-sonoma/
Jeffrey Spear’s Book Interview on "My Life in Gluttony": https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jeffrey-spear-my-life-in-gluttony/
Matt Cost’s Latest Novel Interview on "The Not So Merry Adventures of Max Creed": https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/matt-cost-the-not-so-merry-adventures-of-max-creed/
🎧 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Toast to The Arts" and "Success Express" shows. Explore more Big Blend Radio Network podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this tasty episode of Big Blend Radio, travel and food writer Linda Kissam—aka the “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva”—shares her review of Coco Polo Bliss sugarless chocolate. She describes it as “a hidden gem in the candy aisle,” and dives into the brand’s rich, creamy texture and deliciously bold flavors.
Crafted for chocolate lovers who want to avoid added sugars without giving up indulgence, Coco Polo Bliss is GMO-free, sustainably made, and perfect for anyone living a low-sugar or low-carb lifestyle. With its beautiful packaging and clean ingredients, it also makes a thoughtful gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion worth celebrating with a healthier sweet treat.
👉 Read Linda’s full review: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-foodies-guide-to-sugarless-chocolates/
🎧 Listen to Diva Linda on Big Blend Radio (first Saturdays): https://lindakissam-foodwinetravel.podbean.com/
Join this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday “Toast to The Parks & Arts” Show, featuring Tanya Ortega, acclaimed photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). In honor of Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Tanya shares inspiring stories and insights about NPAF’s exclusive month-long artist residency programs at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island and Haleakalā National Park on Maui.
These fully supported residencies are open to artists of all disciplines — including painters, photographers, sculptors, filmmakers, composers, musicians, writers, and more — offering a unique opportunity to live and create while surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Hawaii’s national parks.
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
🎧 Listen & follow the show: https://arts-parks.podbean.com/
📚 Coming soon: Big Blend Radio’s NPAF Retrospective Digital Publication, celebrating 8+ years of creative collaborations in national parks.
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio Network’s "Toast to The Arts," "Parks & Travel," and "Big Daily Blend" Shows.
📲 Subscribe: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From super salsas and savory dips to gourmet BBQ sauces, pickles, and relishes—grilling season is heating up "Southwestern Style"! In this flavorful episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Peanut Patch" Podcast with Donna George, we’re serving up spicy inspiration and culinary creativity straight from the heart of Yuma, Arizona.
The Peanut Patch is a beloved Southwest tradition, known for farm-fresh peanuts, nuts, dried fruit, gourmet goodies, locally grown Royal Medjool Dates, and irresistible treats like homemade fudge and peanut brittle. Shop year-round online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
Looking for kitchen inspiration? Check out Donna’s delicious recipes—from peanut butter cookies to sensational salads and pasta dishes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
The Peanut Patch Podcast airs every 1st Friday. Listen and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show. Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Cinco de Mayo to Memorial Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast highlights the best seasonal experiences in Tulare County, California — the gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
Discover what to see and do in this stunning region known for its towering giant sequoia trees, outdoor adventures, vibrant agricultural towns, and cultural events.
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:
🌮 Alida Verduzco Silva – Tulare County Resource Management Agency
Alida shares details about the new Tulare County Travel App, the popular Taco Trail, and must-see spring activities across the region.
🔗 https://discovertularecounty.com/
🌲 Holly Streit – Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Holly discusses the exciting reopening of Crystal Cave, top waterfall hikes, and the awe-inspiring giant sequoias named after General Sherman, General Grant, and Brigadier Charles Young.
🔗 https://nps.gov/seki/index.htm
🎒 Plan Your Trip: Download the free Tulare County Visitor Guide at
https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," "Road Trip Radio," and "Big Daily Blend" channels.
🎧 Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this inspiring episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Insider series, we chat with award-winning author Mike Nemeth, whose five compelling novels—A Tissue Full of Lies, Defiled, The Undiscovered Country, The Two Lives of Eddie Kovacs, and Parker’s Choice—have earned accolades in Southern Fiction, Romantic Mystery/Suspense, and Diverse & Multicultural Mystery/Suspense.
A former tech executive turned full-time author, Mike's work explores the provocative theme that morality and legality are not always aligned, challenging readers to think critically in an increasingly secular world. His writing has been featured in The New York Times, Georgia Magazine, Southern Writers’ Magazine, Deep South Magazine, and more.
🔗 Read Mike’s answers to our 10 Success Insider Questions: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/author-success-insider-with-mike-nemeth/
📚 Explore his books and author journey: https://mikenemethauthor.com/
📲 Subscribe to the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio's ROAD TRIP RADIO, travel writer Mimi Slawoff shares highlights from her new book, "Historic Los Angeles Roadsides" (Reedy Press).
Discover quirky and historic spots along Route 66, Pacific Coast Highway, Mulholland Highway, and more—from Redondo Beach and Malibu to Hollywood and downtown LA. Get the inside scoop on LA’s fascinating roadside history and hidden gems. Learn more at https://mimislawoff.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend’s "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," and "Way Back When" podcast channels. Subscribe: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Travel with Terri" podcast, travel writer Terri Guthrie shares her insider tips on what to see and do at Lake Murray State Park—the oldest and largest state park in Oklahoma, located in the beautiful Chickasaw Country. Covering over 12,500 acres with a stunning 5,700-acre man-made lake, Lake Murray is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers alike.
Terri recounts decades of family adventures in this lush area known for its mature trees, rolling hills, and abundance of activities. Learn about the park's diverse amenities, including scenic hiking trails, sandy beaches, campgrounds, ATV and motorcycle areas, an 18-hole golf course, marina, floating cabins, snack shops, restaurants, and more.
Read Terri’s full article about Lake Murray State Park here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/escape-to-lake-murray-oklahoma-state-park/
With travel experience across 60 countries and 6 continents, Terri brings her passion for luxury accommodations, cultural immersion, local gastronomy, and historic attractions to every episode. Follow her adventures at https://travelwithterri.net/
Tune in to new episodes of "Travel with Terri" every 4th Monday at 6 PM CST. Follow and subscribe: https://travelwithterri.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Parks & Travel" and "Vacation Station" podcast channels. Subscribe to the full network here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of the season on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show, featuring Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Specialty Produce.
From ready-made crepes and specialty dessert sauces to juicy muscato grapes, sweet Ojai pixie tangerines, crisp jicama, savory shallots, flavorful Hatch chili pepper snacks and cooking products, and gourmet grilling kits, Robert shares delicious ideas for Cinco de Mayo fiestas, Mother's Day brunches, springtime gatherings, and Memorial Weekend barbecues.
Discover fresh seasonal produce, festive ingredients, and tasty snacks that are perfect for all your May celebrations! Find Melissa’s products in grocery stores nationwide or shop online at https://www.melissas.com/
Plus, plan your menus with ease by exploring their diverse recipe library: https://www.melissas.com/pages/recipe-categories
This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s popular "Big Daily Blend" Channel. Explore and follow the Big Blend Radio Network of shows at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us for a special National Tell a Story Day episode of Big Blend Radio’s BIG DAILY BLEND Show, featuring musician, producer, and cohost Joey Stuckey! From emotional instrumentals and heartfelt folk to energetic classic rock and storytelling country tunes, we dive into the world of music that tells stories.
Don’t miss our curated Songs That Tell Stories Spotify playlist here: https://tinyurl.com/yymew7md.
Joey Stuckey, known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia, the “Southern Rock Capital of the World,” is an award-winning blind guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, and sound engineer. Learn more about Joey and his inspiring musical journey at https://www.joeystuckey.com/.
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s popular channels: "Toast to The Arts" and "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll." Explore and follow the Big Blend Radio Network of shows here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork.
Celebrate National Go Birding Day with this special episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show, featuring Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Glynn shares his insights into birding in the UK, from spotting Kingfishers along the Norfolk Broads to witnessing Puffin colonies off the coast of Wales, and even catching breathtaking starling murmurations along the East Coast during migration season.
You can also read Glynn’s article about where and when to see the various birds that live in the British Isles and visit during the spring and autumn migrations: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/birding-in-the-uk/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
This episode is also part of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Nature Connection" podcast series. Explore our network of shows at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Think New York City is just skyscrapers and sidewalks? Think again! 🗽🌳 On this special Arbor Day (April 25) and National Go Birding Day (April 26) episode of Big Blend Radio, we chat with Ryan Mandelbaum—naturalist, science writer, and author of the beautifully illustrated new book, "Wild NYC: Experience the Amazing Nature In and Around New York City" (art by Chelsea Beck).
From red-tailed hawks in Manhattan to horseshoe crabs in Brooklyn, "Wild NYC" reveals over 130 species and shares insider tips for spotting them across all five boroughs. Part field guide, part trip planner, and part love letter to urban nature, this episode is your gateway to the city's most surprising wild side. 🌆🦉
Whether you're a bird watcher, urban explorer, or a curious New Yorker, Ryan shows you how to take a walk on the wild side of the City That Never Sleeps.
🎧 Tune in via our "Parks & Travel," "Nature Connection," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels.
👉 Explore more episodes: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
🌐 Learn more about Ryan Mandelbaum and "Wild NYC": http://www.ryanfmandelbaum.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "A Toast to The Arts" Podcast featured acclaimed author Matt Cost who discusses the first installment of his new series, "The Modern-Day Chronicles of Max Creed."
Max Creed is a fictional person created to bring justice to those wronged by the ultra-wealthy in a world where the law overwhelmingly favors those with money and power. He is bound only by the laws of humanity and not those of the legal system.
A breathless thrill ride that will keep your heart pounding long after the last page is turned, "The Not So Merry Adventures of Max Creed" is out now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Merry-Adventures-Max-Creed-ebook/dp/B0F3K8RD8L
Learn more about Matt, his books and writing at https://www.mattcost.net/
On this episode Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” Show we journey to Franklin, Southeast Kansas, to spotlight the Miners Hall Museum, located right on the historic Jefferson Highway. Our featured guest is Phyllis Bitner, Chair of the Miners Hall Museum Foundation, who shares powerful insights into the region’s coal mining legacy, rich immigrant history, and the iconic Amazon Army March led by women fighting for miners' rights.
Explore must-see local attractions like the Coal Camp, Arma-Franklin Sidewalk (the longest sidewalk connecting two communities), and Franklin Community Park. Phyllis also unveils exciting news about Dragline Park, a upcoming new free public tourist attraction that will feature the largest walking dragline preserved for display in the U.S., coming soon to Highway 69 & 47 on the Jefferson Highway.
We also dive into the museum’s role as a Jefferson Highway Tourist Center, and discuss the 2025 Jefferson Highway Association Conference, happening June 4-7 in McAlester, Oklahoma – another historic coal mining town – along with the Sociability Caravan, June 2-4.
🚗 The Jefferson Highway, known as the “Pines to Palms Highway”, stretches from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana, weaving through communities with deep historical roots and cultural pride.
🔗 Learn more:
- Miners Hall Museum: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/
- Jefferson Highway Association: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
📅 Tune in every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except holidays) to the "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
In this compelling episode of Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by acclaimed debut author J.E. Weiner to discuss her haunting Southern Gothic novel, “The Wretched and Undone.” Set in the mysterious Texas Hill Country, this genre-defying tale blends real historical events, personal supernatural encounters, and a bold reimagining of the Western and Texas Noir genres—lifting silenced voices and illuminating long-buried truths.
🖋️ J.E. Weiner is a Northern California-based writer and novelist whose powerful storytelling bridges Southern Gothic, grit-lit, and historical fiction. Her manuscript for The Wretched and Undone was a 2024 Killer Nashville Top Pick and Claymore Award Finalist for Best Southern Gothic.
📚 In this episode, we explore:
- The real-life supernatural experiences that inspired the novel
- The art of blending genres like Texas Noir, Southern Gothic, and Western fiction
- The historical underpinnings and cultural influences behind "The Wretched and Undone"
🔗 Connect & Learn More:
Visit https://www.jeweiner.com to discover more about J.E. Weiner’s writing.
🎙️ This episode is featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Way Back When” and “Toast to The Arts” podcast channels. Explore the full Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law Podcast, featuring San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs, observes National Administrative Professionals Day and Administrative Professionals Week by diving into a crucial workplace topic: Are You an Administratively Exempt Employee?
Exempt employees are typically those who receive a minimum required salary and perform specific duties as defined by state and/or federal law. If both salary and duty requirements are met, employers are generally not obligated to pay overtime or provide meal and rest breaks that are required for non-exempt employees.
Ward breaks down how administrative exemptions work, common pitfalls in employee classification, and how both workers and employers can ensure compliance with California labor laws.
📖 Learn more by reading Ward's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/are-you-an-administratively-exempt-employee/
👨⚖️ About Ward Heinrichs:
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees across nearly all areas of labor and employment law.
🔗 More about Ward: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
🎧 Ward Heinrichs joins Big Blend Radio every 4th Wednesday.
📺 Follow his podcast appearances here: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/
🔊This episode is also available on Big Blend Radio’s "Success Express" and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Explore our full network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Join us on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s VACATION STATION Travel Show as we chat with photographer Steve Piacente about his recent visit to Saudi Arabia. From the vast desert landscapes to the vibrant streets of Riyadh, Steve shares his experiences capturing the essence of the region through his lens, and the meaningful connections he made with the local people.
Hear about the unique challenges and rewards of photographing in the desert, the warmth of the Saudi people, and how travel can deepen personal perspective and storytelling. Steve's passion for visual storytelling shines as he talks about capturing the soul of a place through his camera.
Along with being a photographer, Steve Piacente is the owner of Next Phase Life Coaching. He is an author, former journalist, and Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. His novels include, “Bella,” “Pretender,” and “Bootlicker.” His latest non-fiction book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t, and You Know It.”
📸 View and purchase Steve's photography at https://www.piacentephotos.com/
📘 Learn more about his coaching services at https://www.stevepiacente.com/
📚 Steve’s books are available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Steve-Piacente/author/B004LJX2C4?
🔔 Subscribe to Big Blend Radio for more inspiring travel interviews, cultural insights, and life-changing stories! Visit: https://bigblendradio.podbean.com/
In this exciting episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast, travel writer Debbie Stone takes us on a cultural deep dive into Minneapolis, Minnesota — a city brimming with creativity, community, and charm. It also happens to be a destination on the historic Jefferson Highway!
🌟 Discover the iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, an eleven-acre urban oasis filled with world-class art installations and lush scenery. Debbie shares her firsthand experience strolling through this must-visit destination that blends nature and creativity in the heart of the city.
🚶♀️ Plus, get an insider's look at the fascinating Minneapolis Skyway System, the largest contiguous skyway in the world. Learn how these second-story walkways connect 80 city blocks and offer a unique way to explore the city, rain or shine.
🎨 From arts and culture to architectural wonders and walking tours, this episode is a must for curious travelers, art lovers, and anyone planning a trip to Minneapolis.
📖 Read Debbie’s articles:
A Visit to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-the-minneapolis-sculpture-garden/
Take a Minneapolis City & Skyway Tour: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/take-a-minneapolis-city-and-skyway-tour/
🔗 Listen & Subscribe to Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
🖼️ This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts” and “Vacation Station” travel channels. Explore more inspiring episodes on the Big Blend Radio Network, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this special Earth Day episode of the Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, to dive into the growing lifestyle trend of “backyarding” – the shift of indoor activities like dining, working, exercising, and entertaining to our outdoor spaces.
Kris shares how this powerful movement is encouraging communities across the country to invest in urban parks, public green spaces, and sustainable outdoor living areas. With over 15 years of advocacy, the TurfMutt Foundation continues to champion the health, environmental, and social benefits of getting outside and caring for our green spaces.
🎧 In this episode:
Discover what “backyarding” means and why it matters
Learn the Top 5 Reasons communities should invest in green spaces for well-being and resilience
* Explore how public parks and urban landscapes are becoming the new “backyards” for people everywhere
🌱 Listen now and join the movement to get outside, get active, and green your community!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.turfmutt.com/
🌎 In celebration of Earth Day, this episode is featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Nature Connection," "Quality of Life," and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore Big Blend Radio's full network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this delicious episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show, presented in collaboration with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we’re joined by Jeffrey Spear, author of the mouthwatering book “My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure.”
From indulging in street food like char-grilled mouse in Malawi to tracking down the best hot dogs in New York City, Jeffrey shares the unforgettable meals, flavors, and foodie moments that have defined his travels across the globe. With stops in Ghana, South Africa, Lebanon, Paris, Serbia, and beyond, Spear shows us that culinary curiosity can turn any trip into a gastronomic adventure.
Tune in as Jeffrey discusses:
- His philosophy of “living to eat”
- His most surprising and exotic food finds
- The 96 travel-inspired recipes featured in his book
- Memorable moments from travels in the U.S. and abroad
Whether you're a food lover, travel enthusiast, or just curious about global cuisines, this episode will awaken your taste buds and spark your wanderlust!
📖 Grab your copy of “My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/My-Life-Gluttony-Culinary-Adventure/dp/0988919117
🍲 Try Jeffrey’s featured recipe – Mućkalica - here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jeffrey-spear-my-life-in-gluttony/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
🎧 This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio “Vacation Station” Travel Channel! Explore even more engaging shows on the Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s WAY BACK WHEN History Show features Mir Bahmanyar—acclaimed author, military historian, and TV/film producer—discussing his gripping new book, "The Houdini Club: The Epic Journey and Daring Escapes of the First Army Rangers of WWII," releasing April 22, 2025.
A former U.S. Army Ranger who served in the Second Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, Mir Bahmanyar brings unmatched authenticity to the story of WWII’s elite “Darby’s Rangers.” He shares the untold, uncensored saga of the original Army Ranger battalions—highlighting their brutal training, combat missions across North Africa, Sicily, France, and Italy, and the legendary POW escapes that earned them the nickname “The Houdini Club.”
Bahmanyar draws from firsthand interviews, personal correspondence, and newly uncovered historical sources to portray the raw courage and human drama behind one of America’s most daring military units. His military expertise, deep research, and storytelling make this episode a must-listen for history lovers, military buffs, cultural travelers, and fans of WWII true stories.
Mir Bahmanyar holds a B.A. in History from University of California at Berkeley and an M.A. in War Studies from King's College London. Mir served on the Board of Directors for the 75th Ranger Regiment Association and was an Associate Historian of the World War Two Ranger Battalions Association. Learn more about his work and books: https://www.mirbahmanyar.com/
Subscribe to Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History show, here: https://way-back-when-history.podbean.com/
From the Minneapolis Institute of Art to the Nelson-Atkins Museum in Kansas City, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Arkansas (pictured), and even the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain—this episode of Big Blend Radio’s WORLD OF ART podcast with artist and art historian Victoria Chick concludes her three-part series on the History of Art Museums, highlighting the evolution and innovation of 21st-century art museums in America.
This art-focused podcast explores how modern museums are redefining the way we experience and interact with art, from cutting-edge architecture and community engagement to the transformation of museum collections and their exhibits.
Victoria Chick is the visionary behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. She’s also a contemporary figurative artist and a collector of early 19th and 20th-century American prints. Learn more about her work and the museum initiative, and explore her three-part article series on the history of art museums:
PART ONE: The Origins of Art Museums: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/articles/art-museums-a-history-part-one
PART TWO: Growth of Art Museums in the 19th and 20th Centuries: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/articles/art-museums-a-history-part-two
PART THREE: 21st-Century Art Museums in America: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/articles/art-museums-pt-3
🎨 Visit Victoria Chick’s portfolio: https://victoriachick.com/
🎙️ Tune in to Big Blend Radio's World of Art Podcast every 3rd Saturday for engaging conversations on art history, contemporary art, museum culture, and more: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s Way Back When and Toast to The Arts podcast channels. Explore the entire network of educational and arts-focused shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In this flavorful shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Happy Hour" shows, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor Chef Ivan Flowers serves up everything you need to know about crafting the perfect homemade pizza. From dough-making secrets and topping techniques to fun facts about regional pizza styles, this episode is a delicious deep dive into everyone’s favorite comfort food.
Chef Ivan also dishes on who he and his wife Tracy would invite to their ultimate pizza party—bringing personality, warmth, and plenty of foodie inspiration to the mic.
Whether you're gearing up for National Pizza Party Day on May 16, 2025, or just craving a slice of kitchen creativity, this episode is your go-to guide for pizza night success.
Plus, check out Chef Ivan’s DIY Pizza Dough recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lets-make-pizza/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever we dive into the art of giving effective feedback—especially in supervisory roles, though the strategies apply across many relationships and settings. We start by reflecting on last month’s insights and move into what brain research tells us about how people receive feedback—spoiler: negative feedback hits harder than the positive kind.
You’ll learn why preparation is key, how to shift the dynamic from confrontation to collaboration, and why brevity and conversation matter. We also introduce the powerful J-O-I-N formula (Join, Observation, Impact, Need) to help you structure feedback in a way that builds understanding instead of defensiveness.
We walk through real-world examples, share two common pitfalls to avoid, and explore common reactions and how to respond effectively.
Whether you're leading a team or navigating everyday communication, this episode will give you practical tools to deliver feedback that actually makes a difference.
LISTEN TO LAST MONTH'S PODCAST ON THE BENEFITS OF FEEDBACK: https://youtu.be/fSAi0EAWgWg?feature=shared
Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business and Career Show, leading trust expert Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect” shares advice on How to Lead With Integrity in an Uncertain World.
A main focus in her latest book, “Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World," the Five Tenets include: Commitment, Caring, Consistency, Competence, and Communication.
Lea Brovedani is an author, speaker and workshop facilitator who is one of North America’s leading experts on trust. She has been named Top Thought Leaders on Trust by the organization Trust Across America. Her other book is “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader." Learn more at https://leabrovedani.com/
Lea is also a certified death doula where she helps people prepare for their end-of-life. Learn more: https://souljourneydoula.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show focuses on life after loss for both pets and their humans.
ON THIS EPISODE:
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Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, grief counselor, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
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Lea Brovedani, a certified end-of-life doula, also known as a death midwife. Listen to her "Soul Journey Doula" podcast series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2cARmdtpFgKMM8Semws42Z&feature=shared
Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" Podcast, Linda talks about her recent day trip to Ojai, California where she experienced art, nature and hiking trails, and some fun food and wine destinations.
You can learn more about the Ojai Studio Artist Tours here: https://www.ojaistudioartists.org/
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Vacation Station" Travel Channel. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, directors Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple discuss their film VITALIK: AN ETHEREUM STORY that provides an intimate look at the humanity and vision behind a technological revolution.
Through exclusive interviews with Vitalik Buterin, his parents, and leading tech figures—including Dmitry Buterin, Danny Ryan, Itzel Yard, and Tim O’Reilly—the film traces Buterin’s journey from childhood to the creation of Ethereum. Blending archival footage with firsthand insights, directors Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple explore the motivations and challenges that shaped Ethereum’s groundbreaking launch.
VITALIK is out on VOD via Gravtias Ventures. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqbOMrgYav0
In celebration of February being National Library Lovers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on historic and noteworthy libraries in England.
You can read Glynn's article about Libraries in England here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-libraries-of-england/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend," "A Toast to The Arts," and "Way Back When" shows. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Card Reading Day (Feb. 21) and Play More Cards Day (Feb 22) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show that features a virtual card game between three fictional characters.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer: https://hearjohnny.com/
- Author & travel writer Kathleen Walls: https://katywalls.com/ and https://americanroads.net/
- Author Anna Dalhaimer Bartkowski: https://annabartkowski.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts Show" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on Communication for Supervisors and Individuals.
Learn essential skills such as I Statements and Active Listening; Tips on Word Choice and Positive Framing; and Traps like Assumptions, Gossip, and Ignoring Problems.
Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
In observance of International Friendship Month, this final episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast series with death doula Lea Brovedani focuses on how to support a friend or colleague who is at their end-of-life.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Listen to the rest of the podcast episodes here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
This episode of Big Blend Radio features a catch-up conversation with Dr. Kathy Gruver who talks about different ways to relieve stress, childhood trauma and internal family systems, and the world of psychedelics.
Dr. Kathy Gruver is an award-winning author, professional speaker, hypnotherapist, and ACC life and executive certified coach with over 30 years of experience in mind/body medicine and human behavior. An entertainer and educator imbuing all her programs with practicality and passion. With a West Coast mentality and an East Coast delivery her humorous, down to earth, and engaging style has captivated hundreds of audiences on four continents, three cruise ships and a handful of islands. It’s been her true honor to have delivered two TEDx talks.
Kathy has written eight books which have garnered 12 awards, hosted a TV series based on her first book and developed a stress reduction program for the US military. She has penned countless articles and appears regularly as a guest on radio, TV and in print media including the Dr. Phil Show. She has earned her PhD in natural health and has studied mind-body medicine at the famed Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Harvard. For fun and stress relief Kathy does flying trapeze, aerial silks and plays Dungeons and Dragons.
Keep up with Dr. Kathy Gruver at http://www.kathygruver.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show, Mark Rowlands talks about his new book, "The Word of Dog: What Our Canine Companions Can Teach Us About Living a Good Life" (Liveright; Jan 28, 2025). Here, Rowlands shows us we could do a lot better than we’re doing simply by listening to the unspoken wisdom our dogs reveal to us every day of their happy, uncomplicated lives.
Rowlands is professor and chair of the philosophy department at the University of Miami, a leading figure in the morality of animals, and author of twenty-three books on the philosophy of mind, the moral status of non-human animals, and cultural criticism. He is known within academic philosophy for his work on the animal mind and is one of the principal architects of the view known as vehicle externalism, or the extended mind, the view that thoughts, memories, desires and beliefs can be stored outside the brain and the skull. His works include Animal Rights (1998), The Body in Mind (1999), The Nature of Consciousness (2001), Animals Like Us (2002), and a personal memoir, The Philosopher and the Wolf (2008).
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
From Alaska to Hawai'i and California, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast focuses on the life of famous writer Jack London.
Linda's essay "Jack London and Me" is included in the 2024 San Francisco Writer’s Conference Anthology. In it she shares her deep connection to a man considered to be our nation’s greatest adventure writer. As Linda shares, "Our lives intersected in mysterious ways that leave me feeling a special connection with him." The anthology "How We Change" is available on Amazon in e-book and print format here: https://www.amazon.com/How-Change-Foundation-Conference-Anthologies/dp/1647150116/
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
In observance of World Social Justice Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Leah Rothstein, a veteran community organizer, local housing program expert, and co-author of "Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law" (Liveright: June 2023), which will be released in paperback on March 4, 2025.
In 2017 Richard Rothstein wrote "The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America." The book has sold more than 1 million copies and started a revolution in the housing industry by explaining America’s troubled housing situation.
Newly educated and informed communities across the nation began to take action. As Richard toured the country educating local communities, the communities began reviewing their housing policies and initiating changes.
Realizing direction was needed to help communities get started and move the process forward, Richard enlisted his daughter, Leah Rothstein, to co-author "Just Action."
"Just Action" provides concrete examples of what communities can do to improve local housing policies. Paired with an active "Just Action Substack" column, challenging segregated housing is happening across the nation. Visit: https://www.justactionbook.org/
It's all about The Bahamas on this episode of Big Blend Radio's travel podcast "Journey Jukebox with Lisa." Hear about Lisa's experience aboard the MSC Divina Cruise Ship on one of MSC's Ocean Cay Cruises from Miami, Orlando & NYC, along with her adventures at Ocean Cay and Nassau's Paradise Island including Stingray Encounters, John Watling's Rum Distillery, and The Queen's Staircase.
PLAN YOUR BAHAMA ADVENTURE:
- MSC Divina - https://www.msccruisesusa.com/cruise/ships/msc-divina
- MSC Cruises - Bahamas: https://www.msccruisesusa.com/cruise/destinations/caribbean/bahamas/ocean-cay-msc-marine-reserve
- https://www.bahamas.com/
- https://www.johnwatlings.com/
- https://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/experiences/the-queens-staircase
CHECK OUT LISA'S CARIBBEAN GROUP CRUISE: https://writerlisa.com/2025/02/15/celebrate-new-years-in-belize-on-a-cruise/
JOURNEY JUKEBOX MUSIC PLAYLIST on SPOTIFY (updated each episode): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=54c7630328284648
LISA EVANS is a travel writer and photographer, travel advisor, and author of "100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die." More at https://writerlisa.com/ and https://www.gosmart.travel/advisors/lisa/evans
New episodes of Big Blend Radio’s ”Journey Jukebox with Lisa” Podcast air every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST. Follow the podcast from your favorite platform here: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
Calling all food, wine, and travel writers! From networking and educational webinars to contests and the upcoming annual professional development conference, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Assocation (IFWTWA) shines a spotlight on the organization and its many member benefits.
IFWTWA BOARD MEMBERS ON THE SHOW:
- CORI SOLOMON - President, Membership Chair, and Conference Co-Chair: https://www.writtenpalette.com/
- DAVE NERSHI - 1st Vice President, and Professional Development Chair: https://www.vino-sphere.com/
- ANDREW HARRIS - 2nd Vice President, Director, and Culinary Advisor: https://socalrestaurantshow.com/
- AMY PIPER - Director, and FWT Magazine Editor: https://followthepiper.com/
- ROBIN O'NEAL SMITH - Treasurer and Social Media Assistant: https://robinonealsmith.com/
- SUSAN LANIER-GRAHAM - Director and Co-Chair of Media Trips Committee: https://www.wanderwithwonder.com/
- DEBBRA DUNNING BROUILLETTE - Director, Associate Editor at FWT Magazine, Co-Chair of Media Trips Committee: https://www.tropicaltravelgirl.com/
- KAT ANDERSON - Director and Social Media Committee Chair: https://coffeeandmascara.org/
- JUDI COHEN - Board Secretary and Canadian Liason: https://travelingjudi.com/
Save the date for the IFWTWA 2025 Professional Development Conference in Lafayette, Louisiana from October 12 – 16, 2025 and learn more about the organization, here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Vacation Station" Travel Channel and Success Express Channel. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From the Capitoline Museum in Rome to the Museum of Ennigaldi-Nanna (a princess of Babylon) and the Ashmolean Museum at Oxford, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick is Part One of her three-part series on the history of Art Museums. This global themed show celebrates International Friendship Month and National Library Month since museums are also home to libraries!
Victoria is the catalyst behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center project in Silver City, New Mexico. You can learn more about the Museum effort and read her article about the History of Art Museums (Part One), here: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/articles/art-museums-a-history-part-one
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When," "Toast to The Arts," "Women Making History," and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Seattle and its surrounding areas are known for their stunning landscapes, thriving culinary scene, and world-class wines. But did you know that many wineries in this region welcome families, offering kid-friendly spaces and experiences that ensure a great time for both adults and children?
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Phylicia Stitzel, "The Backpacker Mom," shares some of her favorite family-friendly wineries in the greater Seattle region, and discusses her wine and travel writing background. Check out her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/seattle-family-friendly-wineries/
Phylicia Stitzel is an adventurous travel blogger, professional photographer, and wine enthusiast who explores the world with her children in tow. She’s on a mission to inspire and empower moms to embrace travel—proving that you can have incredible experiences, enjoy great wine, and make lasting memories with kids by your side. Keep up with her adventures here: https://thebackpackermom.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
It's all about Norway on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast with travel writer Rose Palmer. Hear about her cruising and road tripping adventures, plus, her travel tips on when to visit, seeing the northern lights, budgeting, and more.
Read Rose's Norway Articles:
- Quiltripping.com: https://quiltripping.com/category/travel/europe/norway/
- SheBuysTravel.com: https://shebuystravel.com/cruising-solo-with-hurtigruten-norway/
Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" and "Vacation Station" Channels. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This special live stream (Aired Feb 13, 2025) of Big Blend Radio’s ADVENTURES IN ASHEVILLE Show with Steve and Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast, focuses on the rebuilding of Asheville, North Carolina, post-Hurricane Helene, and the many experiences you can enjoy today as visitors to region.
Big Blend Radio hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith are currently in Asheville and during their stay at The Lion & The Rose B&B, took a driving tour of Downtown Asheville and the Riverside Arts District with Steve & Karen. There is still evidence of destruction from the hurricane however as you can see in the short video, the city is open with a strong and vibrant resiliency, and welcoming visitors with open arms. Video: https://youtu.be/XnXh3aEslZQ
Traveling to Asheville directly helps support the local businesses and regional community, and there is so much to do from brewery hopping and rooftop cocktails to public art viewing and shopping, chasing waterfalls and hiking, and visiting some of the area’s iconic attractions like the Biltmore Estate, Pisgah National Forest, and the North Carolina Arboretum. The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast is a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This charming lodging destination is back open and welcoming visitors. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Plus, watch for drone photographer Jay Schulz’s “Rekindle the Love” video project that will showcase several of Asheville’s local business. It be featured on Feb 14 on his site, https://www.sidebysidedrone.com/
Big Blend Radio’s “Adventures in Asheville” Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author and writer Barbara Boyle who discusses her new memoir, "Pinch Me: Waking Up in a 300-Year-Old Italian Farmhouse.”
From a high stress career in global advertising to a simple rural life in a barn in an Italian hill town, "Pinch Me" shares Barbara's journey of transformation through love, food and community in Piemonte. Discover how she leaves her life behind in San Francisco and takes apart a 300-year-old stone barn to build a new home, a new life, in Italy. It’s a tale filled with discoveries, disappointments, pleasures, frustrations, and triumphs. And given the gastronomic excellence of the region, she shares some special recipes as well. Get the book or learn more here: https://www.barbaraboyleauthor.com/
More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
Celebrate National Heart Month and International Friendship Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast that focuses on ways friends can help each other improve heart health. As Dr. Jackie explains, spending time with friends can help reduce stress, and group activities like yoga or walking can make exercise fun.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Wendy Haase, President & CEO of Travel Santa Ana, who shares what visitors can experience in Santa Ana. Hear about this vibrant city's Public Art Guide of over 200 murals, plus its Culinary Passport and Michelada Guide.
Centrally located in Orange County, Santa Ana is an ideal destination to stay in while experiencing all Southern California has to offer. Here you’ll discover a community rich in culture and pride. An art scene that is a mix of funky and folk. Restaurants serving authentic flavors of Mexico, along with plant-based recipes. Attractions that are hands-on and those that teach. Shopping for brand names and homemade. And events that celebrate all! More at: https://www.travelsantaana.com/
This Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
After the Canadian Screen Awards qualification theatrical run in Toronto last October, "Rez Comedy," the first all Indigenous stand-up comedy feature documentary world premieres on SVOD on AAM.tv and TVOD on Amazon Prime on Friday February 14, 2025.
Hear all about REZ COMEDY on this episode of Big Blend Radio with Keith Nahanee, rising Squamish nation comic and filmmaker, and Comedy Invasion creator Quentin Lee, a 2024 Canadian Screen Award winner. Visit https://rezcomedy.com/
It's all about Parks, Plantations, and Gardens in Charleston, South Carolina, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark.
Hear all about Jo's adventures at Hampton Plantation State Historic Site, Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, Magnolia Plantation, Middleton Place, and Hampton Park, plus, where to eat, sip, and stay. Check out her article about it all here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/winter-in-charleston-south-carolina/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about Kicking and Communication on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Hear what makes horses kick, how to maneuver around a horse so you do not get kicked, and how to communicate whether on the ground or on horseback.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features acclaimed illustrator Andrés Vera Martínez whose artistic focus is on illustrating and writing graphic novels for middle school and young adult readers.
Andrés is best known for his work on his wife's graphic memoir, "LIttle White Duck: A Childhood in China," and Neal Shusterman’s YA graphic novel, "Courage to Dream: Tales of in the Holocaust." Watch for his middle grade graphic novel series with Jorge Aguirre, "Monster Locker" and the adaptation of "Esperanza Rising", plus, his illustrations in Marie Alohalani Brown’s "Hawaiian Myths, Gods, and Heroes." More at: https://www.andresvera.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From tasting fudge and sipping on a cool Medjool Date Shake to taking a behind-the-scenes tour and seeing how peanut brittle is made, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Peanut Patch" Podcast with Donna George focuses on what you can experience at The Peanut Patch.
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, nuts and dried fruit, locally grown Royal Medjool Dates, culinary gifts, and sweet treats including homemade fudge and peanut brittle. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of delicious favorites from peanut butter cookies to sensational salads: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
From farm fun and early spring flower power to fabulous regional food, cultural museums, public art, parks, and gardens, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on the different ways you can explore Tulare County.
This region is home to charming art and agricultural communities as well as Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia National Forest, and Giant Sequoia National Monument.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include
Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Alida Verduzco Silva - County of Tulare, https://discovertularecounty.com/
Plan your visit to Tulare County, and download the new visitor guide at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Get ready for Valentine's Day and celebrate the Month of Love with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast with Peggy Fiandaca who talks about pairing wines with sweets and desserts. Check out Peggy's recipe for Spiced Apple Chutney Wontons, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spiced-apple-chutney-wontons/
Along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, Peggy Fiandaca owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Learn more at https://ldvwinery.com/
"Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Nestled in the heart of the South Pacific, Fiji isn’t just about its stunning beaches or vibrant coral reefs. This episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz shares how Fiji is a destination where adventure meets serenity, all against a backdrop of rich culture and warm hospitality.
With 333 islands to explore, Fiji offers something for every type of traveler, and its deep connection to nature and tradition makes it unforgettable. Read Sharon's article about her recent visit, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fiji-a-south-pacific-paradise/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/.
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From brewery hopping, rooftop cocktails, and rejuvenating massages to chasing waterfalls, hiking, ziplining through the forest, and whitewater rafting, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast covers 25+ romantic adventures you can have in Asheville, North Carolina.
As always the show features Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL "LOVE IS ALIVE IN ASHEVILLE" LIVE STREAM AT 1PM EST ON FEB. 13, ON PODBEAN: https://tinyurl.com/msn8n8u7
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Podcast Channels including "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features award-winning author Julie Ryan McGue who discusses her new memoir, “Twice the Family: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Sisterhood.”
Julie McGue’s parents always longed for a big American family—and their adoption of Julie and her twin sister Jenny seemed to satisfy that yearning. But as the couple continue adding adopted and biological children to the family, tragedy strikes. Julie begins to see just how much her parents’ goals and dreams differ from her own.
Author Julie Ryan McGue unravels the gripping tale of adopted twins facing the turbulent tides of love, loss and identity in suburban Chicago. As their family expands and secrets emerge, will their sisterly bond withstand the test of time? Dive into a memoir that explores the heart’s complexities and the fierce quest for belonging in “Twice the Family” (Feb. 4, 2025, She Writes Press) the much-anticipated prequel to McGue’s debut memoir “Twice a Daughter.” More at https://juliemcgueauthor.com/
This Music Monday episode of Big Blend Radio features Northern California guitarist/singer/songwriter Piet Dalmolen discusses his long-awaited debut album TIME STANDS STILL.
Boasting eight eclectic compositions, this talisman resonates through an ambitious amalgam of sublime psychedelic rock, soulful jazzy blues, and indie-Americana. Bobbing and weaving amidst the foundational chemistry of bass, drums, and various keyboards, Piet’s superb guitar and understated vocals coalesce to create a dense, potent vessel of joy and vulnerability. The album also features Matt Engel on keyboards, Tommy Fitzmaurice on drums, and Ian Taylor on bass,
An influential trip to Maui resulted in most of the music heard on TIME STANDS STILL. This intentional collection reveals a reluctant poet reawakened, mining inspiration from life’s trials and tribulations, and discovering knowledge of self amid the glorious environs of sacred Hawaiian Islands. More at https://www.pietdalmolen.com/
Celebrate International Friendship Month with Big Blend Radio’s WORLD PARTY that aired live on Feb. 2, 2025, with hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team behind Big Blend Magazines, guest cohost Johnny Schaefer, and special guests in the world of travel, writing, and music.
FEATURED PARTY GUESTS & SEGMENTS:
– JOHNNY SCHAEFER, cohost of Big Blend Radio’s “Big Daily Blend” Show every 1st Sunday, is an award-winning singer-songwriter. Visit: https://hearjohnny.com/
– CHRISTINA LINHARDT is a singer, actor, performance artist, director, writer, and model. Visit: http://www.circussanctuary.com/
– JON DAWSON & JOHN GUY BARWICK are North Carolina musicians who have just released the EP “Coastal Chase”. Visit https://johnguybarwick.bandcamp.com/album/coastalchase and https://343collective.com/thirdofnever/
– SHARON K. KURTZ is an award-winning travel writer and photographer. Visit https://sharonkkurtz.com/
– LISA EVANS is a travel writer, travel advisor, and author of “100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die.” Visit https://writerlisa.com/
– BARBARA REDDING is a travel journalist and photographer. Visit: https://barbararedding.com/
– GLYNN BURROWS is a family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Visit: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
– JO CLARK is a food, wine, and travel writer, and photographer. Visit: https://haveglasswilltravel.com/
– DR RANSDELL is an author, traveler, musician, and teacher. Visit: https://www.dr-ransdell.com/
– ANGELA LAWS is a world traveling pet sitter and community manager of https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
– SHELLEY WHIZIN is a world traveler, transformational coach, and author. Visit: https://shelleywhizin.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with Shelley Whizin celebrates Self-Renewal Day (Feb. 2), a day dedicated to stepping out of our comfort zones and embracing activities that nurture our growth, maturity, and joy. It’s an opportunity to take a deep breath, reflect on our lives, and renew ourselves—mind, body, and spirit.
Read Shelley's article about Self-Renewal, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-call-to-care-for-yourself/
And, check out the new seasonal Big Blend "Soul Diving" digital publication featuring her past articles and podcasts here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ylqx/#p=1
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with Shelley and her coaching programs, courses, and workshops here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune in to Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Khulan Enkhtaivan, founder of Amu Nutrition, about their wellness teas. Linda's tasting experience was informative and engaging, delving into the unique flavors, health benefits, and cultural significance of their teas. Read her story about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-tea-tasting-journey-with-amu-nutrition/
Hailing from Mongolia, Khulan Enkhtaivan, founder of Amu Nutrition and entrepreneur by trade, is also a trained and certified ayurvedic nutritionist who has dedicated her life and career to supporting people’s journey to achieving optimal health. Khulan seeks to share Mongolia’s “food as medicine” philosophy with the American market, inviting consumers to experience tea not just as a beverage, but as a vital component of their self-care practices. Amu Nutrition’s Mongolian heritage is infused in every sip as the tea is made exclusively from wild harvested herbs sourced in the pristine Altai mountains of Mongolia. More: https://amu-nutrition.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode is also being shared and featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Tangier, Morocco to Sunny Palm Springs in Southern California and the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania, this episode of Big Blend Radio closes off January (National Staying Healthy Month) and looks toward the renewal of spring with a focus on healthy travel destinations and experiences.
FEATURED TRAVEL WRITER GUESTS:
- BARBARA REDDING talks about her time at the luxurious Fairmont Tazi Palace in Tangier, Morocco. Follow Barbara's stories on her site: https://barbararedding.com/
* Read Barbara's Morocco Stories:
- Travel Weekly: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Moroccan-opulence-at-Fairmont-Tazi-Palace-Tangier
- Big Blend: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-magical-tour-of-morocco/
- DEBBIE STONE shares her rejuvenating experiences at The Spa at Séc-He in Palm Springs, one of the most luxurious hot mineral spring spa destinations in the country. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-spa-at-sec-he-in-palm-springs/
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Follow her monthly podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
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KATHLEEN WALLS talks about her nature adventures in the pristine Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania that has its own Grand Canyon, is free from motor traffic, and where you can travel by foot, bicycle, horse, or even in a covered wagon. Read her story on her site: https://americanroads.net/endless_mountains_grand_canyon_121824.htm
This episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates the 58th Annual World Ag Expo happening February 11-13, 2025 at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, California. Hear about the expo's new Women in Ag pavilion, Seminars, Wine & Cheese pavilion, Ag Tours, the Toyota giveaway, and more. Visit: https://www.worldagexpo.com/
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Donnette Silva Carter - CEO of Tulare Chamber in Commerce: http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Megan Lausten - Marketing Director of the International Agri-Center: https://www.internationalagricenter.com/
More than 1,200 exhibitors display the latest in farm equipment, communications, and technology on 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space.
Free seminars focus on a variety of topics important to dairy producers, farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness professionals. World Ag Expo® is a can’t miss show for anyone in Ag, and for those interested in where their food comes from. An estimated average of 100,000 individuals from over 70 countries attend World Ag Expo® each year.
From social media and reviews to book clubs, signings, and readings, and even digital versus audio and print, Jennifer Vance, Marketing Director of Books Forward, discusses book trends for 2025 and shares marketing and PR advice for new and established authors.
Founded by Julie Schoerke as JKS Communications, this year Books Forward is celebrating 25 years of excellence in book marketing and promotion, with over 1,000 authors entrusting their team to advance their writing careers. Since day one, Big Blend Magazines & Radio has proudly reviewed and interviewed authors they represent. Learn more here: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her experiences in historic Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. Old Town Scottsdale is a mecca for tourists, who flock here to shop for unique souvenirs, peruse the art galleries and public art installations, check out historic sites from the late 1880s, and dine and imbibe at the many restaurants and watering holes. They also come to explore the world-class museums for a hearty dose of history and culture.
READ DEBBIE'S ARTICLES ON OLD TOWN:
- Best of the West Tour in Scottsdale - https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/best-of-the-west-tour-in-scottsdale/
- Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West - https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/western-spirit-scottsdales-museum-of-the-west/
Follow this podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
If you could thank someone or something who inspired you career-wise, who or what would it be, and why? This episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates National Thank You Month and International Creativity Month with hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter team behind Big Blend Magazines.
FEATURED GUESTS
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER: Award-winning singer-songwriter and founder of the Gratitude Club Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gratefulones
Hear Johnny's song "Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella": https://youtu.be/sSW7-lf5-W4?feature=shared
Visit: https://hearjohnny.com/
- EVA ELDRIDGE: Writer, editor, and publishing expert.
- Eva's "Fort Windy" article: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/jxdy/#p=36
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Visit: https://evaeldridge.com/
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ELAINE A. POWERS: A retired biologist, actor and singer, a conservationist with a passion for reptiles, and author of over 25 science-based children’s stories and scripts. Visit: https://elaineapowers.com/
GRATITUDE RELATED ARTICLES & PODCASTS:
- What Are You Grateful For? https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-are-you-grateful-for/
- The Benefits of Giving: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-benefits-of-giving/
- The Gifts of Gratitude: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-gifts-of-gratitude/
- The Power of Gratitude: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-gratitude/
- How Gratitude Can Build Trust: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-gratitude-builds-trust/
- Showing Sincere Appreciation in the Workplace: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/showing-sincere-appreciation-in-the-workplace/
Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the new exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia.
New exhibits at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun include "Ted DeGrazia in the Studio of Diego Rivera" (Jan. 31 - Sept. 3, 2025), “Louise Serpa's Portraits of Ted DeGrazia” (Jan. 31 - Sept. 3, 2025), and “The Way of the Cross” (Jan. 31 - May 28, 2025). The Little Gallery is also host to visiting artists from now through April 4, 2025.
Also hear about the exhibit "Bisbee Through the Eyes of Ted DeGrazia" on display at the Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum and the Muheim Heritage House, in Bisbee AZ, through May 26, 2025.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
Whether it's a special live performance or joint recording, two artists coming together can often take creativity to a new height. Celebrate International Creativity Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey who chats about noteworthy musical duos and duets, along with his upcoming trip to the Annual Grammy Awards and NAMM show. The conversation also focuses on ways to support those affected by the recent LA Fires (links below).
CHECK OUT:
- Double Trouble Music Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/6nxvth6s
- MusiCares: https://donor.musicares.org/page/lafirerelief
- Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/donate
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
When you think of visiting England, doesn't a proper English tea with scones, finger sandwiches, and sponge cake come to mind?
In celebration of January being National Hot Tea Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on the history of England's popular Afternoon Tea Tradtion and how it was served and enjoyed back in the 18th and 19th centuries, as well as today.
You can read Glynn's article about Afternoon Tea, plus, get the link to his wife Diane's recipe for her famous cheese scones, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/afternoon-tea-in-england/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" shows. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Cheryl Leutjen, who discusses her latest book, "Madness on the Brink of Eco-Apocalypse: Furious Facts, Dark Humor & SOS Calls to Action." A follow up to her award-winning book "Love Earth Now," the book confronts the human-caused harm on Earth’s life support systems.
Weaving “furious facts” with dark humor and vivid prose, Cheryl offers concrete resources and inspiration to fuel the fight for our survival. Each chapter spotlights a group taking action, showcasing inspired and practical solutions to counter one of the many threats to our survival. "Madness on the Brink of Eco-Apocalypse" invites us to move beyond individual efforts and forge connections to amplify our collective power for greater impact.
Cheryl Leutjen draws from her experience as a geologist, attorney, small business owner, spiritual practitioner, nervous stand-up comic, and worried mother. This wealth of experience, along with degrees in Interdisciplinary Ecology, Environmental Geology, and Law, affords her a broad perspective to contemplate the dire environmental challenges of our time. She writes, rants, and facilitates creative experiences to inspire us all to discover our own path of living more Earth-mindfully. More at: https://cherylleutjen.com/
New episodes of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show air every fourth Friday. Follow the podcast here: https://nature-connection.podbean.com/
What is your favorite pie? From Grape Pie to Rhubarb Pie, join us in celebrating National Pie Day and all Pie Day Celebrations with this Big Blend Radio episode focusing on the history of pie along with how it is enjoyed across the America and around the world, plus, recipes and techniques.
FEATURED GUESTS:
SARA SPECTER, co-owner of Bells Up Winery in Oregon. More: https://bellsupwinery.com/
ELAINE A. POWERS who writes science-based children's books. More: https://elaineapowers.com/
EVA ELDRIDGE who is a writer, publishing expert and whiz in the kitchen. More: https://evaeldridge.com/
MARIA CHAMBERLAIN, co-owner of The Inn at OxBow Acres in New Hampshire. More: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
PIE MUSIC PLAYLIST
YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/35ptp2wb
Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/33v69hm7
PIE RECIPES, ARTICLES & PODCASTS:
Wikipedia List of Pies Around the World: http://tinyurl.com/frtyvdk7
Peggy’s Apple & Blueberry Crsip Recipe: https://tinyurl.com/n7t9u469
Tips on Pairing Wine with Pie: https://tinyurl.com/y4cx6jka
Sawdust Pie Recipe Video: http://tinyurl.com/3b22nt39
Bailey's Apple Pie Filling Recipe Video: http://tinyurl.com/y6sf6d6m
Apple Pie in a Cast Iron Frying Pan: http://tinyurl.com/3z4ynz2j
Italian Apple Pie: http://tinyurl.com/3u9c4jrf
Ruth's Chicken Pot Pies: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-chicken-pot-pies/
Lasagna Meat Pie: http://tinyurl.com/2m9nzacb
Natchitoches Meat Pies & Food Trail: http://tinyurl.com/37vwam3e
Tuxedo Park Quiche: http://tinyurl.com/38wbv382
Castle Creek Manor Quiche: http://tinyurl.com/4kj97vew
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show features Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, who shares some of his favorite experiences on the Jefferson Highway.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Learn more about the upcoming Jefferson Highway Travel Guide project and be part of the effort, here: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except on holidays). Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on California Workplace Rights During Disasters including Labor Code §1139 and Labor Code § 230.8. Check out Ward's about the laws and regulations, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-workplace-rights-during-disasters/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Success Express" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Sculptors to Stained Glass Designers to Authors and Singer-Songwriters, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WOMEN MAKING HISTORY Podcast Celebrates Women in the World of Arts, as part of January being International Creativity Month.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- SHARON K. KURTZ is a travel writer and award-winning photographer. Hear about the folk artist women she met during her recent visit to Peru, and check out her article about it all, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/journeying-through-peru/
* Keep up with Sharon's adventures at https://sharonkkurtz.com/
- VICTORIA CHICK is a contemporary figurative artist, early 19th/20th century print collector, and the spearhead behind the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. Victoria talks about the life and legacy of sculptor Mary Edmonia Lewis. Learn more about Edmonia here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edmonia_Lewis
- Keep up with Victoria here: https://victoriachick.com/
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Check out her museum project, here: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
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CHRISTY WOOD is a world champion horse trainer, a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, a carded horse show judge, and author of three books. Hear about her new memoir, "Hoofprints Across Time: A Trail Ride to Remember" that shares her adventures on the 13-year progressive Chief Joseph Trail Ride https://wdnhorse.com/
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KIMBERLY HESS is the author of the biography "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." Hear about Agnes Northrop (1857-1953), who was a designer at Tiffany specializing in floral stained glass windows. "Garden Landscape," which she designed for Sarah B. Cochran's mansion in Dawson, Pennsylvania, was recently unveiled at the Metropolitan Museum of Art - see: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/899795
- Also watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDVIouHWPFU
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And, keep up with Kimberly here: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
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ELAINE A POWERS is a retired biologist, actor and singer, a conservationist with a passion for reptiles, and the author of over 25 science-based children’s stories and scripts. Hear about her writing career and learn more about her books, here: https://elaineapowers.com/
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JOEY STUCKEY is and award-winning blind guitarist, singer, songwriter, composer, producer, educator, sound engineer, and the music ambassador for Macon, Georgia. He spotlights Georgia singer/songwriter Sue G. Wilkinson. hear her music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ui3Cs15jm1jIoK0Z2wfRL?si=4UD_lzjxRDmLE_jSgBi9JA
- Keep up with Joey: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast airs new episodes every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Toast to The Arts" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Move Over Winter Weather, Let's Get Ready for Spring in Coastal Mississippi with this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's new travel podcast "Journey Jukebox with Lisa." From Mardi Gras to St Patricks Day, and from where to stay and play, there's so much to experience.
COASTAL MISSISSIPPI TRAVEL PLANNING LINKS
- Coastal Mississippi: https://www.coastalmississippi.com/
- Krewe of Nereids: https://www.kreweofnereids.com/
- Bay St Louis Historic L&N Depot: https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/architecture/bay-st-louis-historic-ln-train-depot/
- Mardi Gras & Depot Museums: https://mississippifun.org/members/mardi-gras-depot-museums/
- Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum: https://www.coastalmardigras.com/home
- Coraline's: https://beaurivage.mgmresorts.com/en/restaurants/coralines.html
- Tavi's Salumeria: https://www.tavisllc.com/
- Siren Social Club: https://www.sirensocial.com/
JOURNEY JUKEBOX MUSIC PLAYLIST on SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7humUf03LIW04t8LiJSSN9?si=adcbe4ff3bec4b17
Lisa Evans is a travel writer and photographer, travel advisor, and author of "100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die." More at https://writerlisa.com/
New episodes of Big Blend Radio’s ”Journey Jukebox with Lisa” Podcast air every 3rd Tuesday at 12pm CST. Follow the podcast from your favorite platform here: https://journeyjukebox.podbean.com/
Featured photos by Lisa Evans and CoastalMississippi.com.
From Africa and Asia to North America, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrates National Squirrel Appreciation Day (Every January 21st) with some fun facts about squirrels and their small rodent families.
SONG OF THE DAY: Ray Stevens, "The Mississippi Squirrel Revival": https://youtu.be/K16fG1sDagU?feature=shared
TRAVELING BIRD (SQUIRREL) FEEDER videos on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSquirrels
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and travel advisor Janice Sakata-Schultze who talks about her Southern Caribbean cruising adventures with Virgin Voyages.
Check out Janice's blog posts about Virgin Voyages, here:
- San Juan, British Virgin Islands, Guadeloupe: https://www.sanseitraveler.com/article/virgin-voyages-southern-caribbean-san-juan-bvi-guadeloupe
- Barbados, St Lucia & Antigua: https://www.sanseitraveler.com/article/virgin-voyages-southern-caribbean-barbados-st-lucia-antigua
Janice Sakata-Schultze is a travel writer, blogger, content creator and certified advisor. She specializes in culinary, active adventure and wellness travel. More at: https://www.sanseitraveler.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Vacation Station" Travel Channel. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
We're having fun with fennel, talking family suppers, and so much more on this episode of Big Blend Radio's COOKING WITH RUTH Podcast with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.”
Check out Ruth's Roasted Fennel Bulbs Recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-fennel-bulbs/
Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Channel. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
It's all about the historic Petroglyphs of Pony Hills in remote Southwest New Mexico on this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick. Read Victoria's article about Pony Hills, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/petroglyphs-of-pony-hills/
Along with a great discussion about the potential meanings and symbolism behind the petroglyphs, we also chat about the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center project that she has spearheaded in local Silver City. More here: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
Also see her stories and podcasts covering:
- Prehistoric Rock Art: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/petroglyphs-prehistoric-rock-art/
- Early Pottery of the Southwest: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/early-pottery-of-the-southwest/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When," "Toast to The Arts," and "Parks & Travel" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Bootlegger Day (Jan. 17) and listen in as Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour" show "goes on the run" from Georgia to Florida, South Carolina, Maine, New York City and finally to the backwoods of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Featured "Bootleggers and Runners" Include:
- Author & Travel Writer Kathleen Walls: https://katywalls.com and https://americanroads.net/
- Author & Photographer Jo Clark: https://haveglasswilltravel.com and https://recipestravelculture.com
- Author Matt Cost "King of Happy Hour": https://www.mattcost.net/
- Tiffany Bertram, owner of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
RELATED ARTICLES OF INTEREST:
- Big Blend Spirits Guide: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bourbon-whiskey-moonshine-distilled-spirits/
- Dessert by the Light of the Moon: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dessert-by-the-light-of-the-moon/
- Rocky Mount: https://recipestravelculture.com/rocky-mount-snuggles-against-blue-ridge/
- Yadkin Valley Wine Country: https://recipestravelculture.com/my-adventures-on-the-yadkin-valley-wine-and-shine-trail/
- Granddaddy Mimms: https://www.roadtripamerica.com/forum/content.php?2836-Granddaddy-Mimm-s-Distilling-Company-Blairsville-Georgia
- Blairsville: https://rovology.com/united-states/georgia/best-things-to-do-in-blairsville-georgia/
- Family Moonshine Biz: https://www.salon.com/2018/04/07/familys-moonshine-business-is-more-than-a-job-it-is-a-legacy-partner/
MUSIC PLAYLIST: Check it out n Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5End6Kf3bvJCwdmlV4MMLl?si=3b56306f85ed43ee
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Check out our network of shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on how supervision is about setting up your team for success.
Rita explains how to follow SCOPE:
S - Set Up for Success
C - Communicate
O - Oversee
P - Partnership
E - Expectations
Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
What if you were just told you had three months to live? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses the priorities, wishes, and dreams you would want to fulfill in your final days.
The domains she focuses on are:
1. Physical: Creating comfort in body and environment.
2. Emotional: Honouring feelings and healing relationships
3. Mental: Gleaning meaning and life review
4. Spiritual: Honouring beliefs and practices
5. Practical: After-death care and ceremonies
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Month (January) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on the benefits of walking your dog (for humans and their pup pals), and safety tips.
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is hosted by veteran pet sitters Nancy J Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter team behind Big Blend Radio & Magazines, and cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
Check out this veterinarian approved article about the Benefits of Dog Walking on the Trustedhousesitters blog: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/pets/benefits-of-dog-walking
Plus, Lisa's "Walks with Lucy" short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5di5oVKXh8Q
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
Celebrate Travel Tuesday and National Shop for Travel Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA that features Ross D. Levi, Executive Director of the New York State Division of Tourism.
From the Adirondacks and the Finger Lakes to Saratoga and the Big Apple, hear about the Empire State's seasonal activities and attractions throughout its eleven travel regions, and some of the big celebrations and events coming up including the 2025 Bicentennial of the Erie Canal Completion, 2025 PGA Ryder Cup, Great Gatsby 100th Anniversary, America 250, and 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plan your New York State experience here: https://www.iloveny.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on the new California Employment Laws for 2025. Check out Ward's list of new laws and regulations, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-california-employment-laws-for-2025/
New laws covered in the podcast and article include:
- Private Attorney General Act (PAGA)
- Reproductive Loss Leave Mediation Program
- Paid Family Leave (PFL) Vacation Protection
- Leave for Victims of Crimes
- Minimum Wage & Salary
- Use of Driver’s License Restrictions
- Freelance Worker Protection Act
- Voluntary Captive Audience Meetings
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
From wine tasting and fine dining to safari adventures, this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark gives us all a taste of Santa Rosa, the county seat of Sonoma County in Northern California. Read Jo's article about it all here: https://fwtmagazine.com/fall-in-love-with-santa-rosa-one-taste-at-a-time/
Check out more of Jo's articles about her visit to Sonoma County, here:
Riding on the Wild Side in Sonoma: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/riding-on-the-wild-sidecar-of-sonomas-wine-country/
The Most Exciting Time in Sonoma: https://recipestravelculture.com/exciting-time-in-sonoma/
* Top Four Parks in Sonoma: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/top-4-parks-to-visit-in-sonoma-county/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about How to Become a Horse Show Judge on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Main Points of Discussion include:
- Ring stewarding
- Getting your foot in the door
- References from show managers
- Know the rule book for each association
- Apply, get accepted, and go to a judge’s seminar
- Getting carded
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
As part of Big Blend Radio's 18th Anniversary celebration, this episode looks back on 15 years of Chef Ivan Flowers' being an expert guest along with a lighthearted then-and-now discussion of his career as a 5-Star Chef and now Culinary Instructor.
Learn more about Chef Ivan Flowers here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Check out this list of Chef Ivan's Recipes & Big Blend Radio Podcast episodes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/ivan-flowers/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Diane Dobry talks about her visit to Barnes, a charming village in London, England.
From musician Marc Bolan's Memorial and the Olympic Sound Studios to upscale High Street and the Royal Botanic Gardens, read her story about her adventures, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/barnes-uk-the-little-village-with-big-distinction/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
From Yellowstone and Bryce to Death Valley and the Grand Canyon, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast with travel writer Rose Palmer focuses on the wonderful and different winter experiences you can in America's National Parks. Check out Rose's National Park Stories: https://quiltripping.com/category/travel/north-america/usa/national-parks/
Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" and "Vacation Station" Channels. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From gentle cardio exercises like walking and yoga to a enjoying wholesome and nutritious meals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast celebrates Staying Healthy Month by sharing five ways to creating a heart-healthy lifestyle this year.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
Are you ready to shrug off the stresses of 2024 and step into a relaxed and rejuvenated 2025? This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast shares how you can renew your body, mind, and spirit while helping this beautiful city renew after Hurricane Helene. Life is a journey and so is this recovery effort. So together, let's make it all happen!
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Melissa Long of Wake Foot Sanctuary, known for their thoughtfully formulated herbal soaks and rejuvenating massages that will de-stress and re-energize. More: https://wakespa.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Podcast Channels including "Quaility of Life" and "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Big Blend Radio is celebrating 18 Years of Podcasting! Join us for this 3rd show of four days of celebrating this birthday milestone with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith who travel full-time on their Love your Parks Tour while hosting the shows and publishing the digital series of Big Blend Magazines. Hear where and what our guests were up to when they were 18 years old...and, what music they were listening to.
WHAT MUSIC WERE YOU LISTENING TO AT 18? Let us know in the comments, and we'll add it to our special (and growing) playlist on Spotify which you can listen to here: https://tinyurl.com/bdc3d99d
FEATURED TRAVEL GUESTS:
- Tiffany Bertram and her husband Bob own and run Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast that's located just outside Hot Springs, Arkansas. They're celebrating an anniversary too! More: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
- Lisa Evans is a travel writer, travel advisor, and author of "100 Things to do in Coastal Mississippi Before Your Die." More: https://writerlisa.com/ and https://www.reedypress.com/shop/100-things-to-do-in-coastal-mississippi-before-you-die/
SPECIAL MESSAGES FROM TRAVEL FRIENDS:
- Linda Ballou - Travel writer, author, and host of the Big Blend Radio "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Podcast. More: https://lostangeladventures.com/ and http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina, and, hosts of the Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
LISTEN TO ALL SHOWS IN THIS ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL HERE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm200_APQLsGkaiem6jlmg_b&feature=shared
Big Blend Radio is celebrating 18 Years of Podcasting! Join us for this 2nd show of three days of celebrating this birthday milestone with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith who travel full-time on their Love your Parks Tour while hosting the shows and publishing the digital series of Big Blend Magazines. Hear where and what our guests were up to when they were 18 years old...and, what music they were listening to.
WHAT MUSIC WERE YOU LISTENING TO AT 18? Let us know in the comments, and we'll add it to our special (and growing) playlist on Spotify which you can listen to here: https://tinyurl.com/bdc3d99d
FEATURED MUSICAL GUESTS:
- Pierre Bensusan - Acclaimed acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist, and composer. More: https://www.pierrebensusan.com/
- Lisa Sniderman - Singer, songwriter and playwright. More: https://www.aoedemuse.com/
SPECIAL MESSAGES FROM MUSICAL FRIENDS:
- Joey Stuckey - Award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and the official music ambassador for his home town of Macon, Georgia. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
- Nicki Kris - Singer, songwriter, and podcaster. More: https://www.nickikris.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with Shelley Whizin focuses on the work she does as a transformational life coach. You can check out the Q&A with her as well as the new seasonal Big Blend "Soul Diving" digital publication featuring her past articles and podcasts here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ylqx/#p=1
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with Shelley here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune in to Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Big Blend Radio is celebrating 18 Years of Podcasting! Starting with this Party, join us for three days of shows celebrating this birthday milestone with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith who travel full-time on their Love your Parks Tour while hosting the shows and publishing the digital series of Big Blend Magazines. Hear where and what our guests were up to when they were 18 years old...and, what music they were listening to.
WHAT MUSIC WERE YOU LISTENING TO AT 18? Let us know in the comments, and we'll add it to our special (and growing) playlist on Spotify which you can listen to here: https://tinyurl.com/bdc3d99d
FEATURED PARTY GUESTS:
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER - Award-winning singer-songwriter and cohost of our Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. More: https://hearjohnny.com/
- EVA ELDRIDGE - Travel and fiction writer, editor, and publishing expert. More: https://evaeldridge.com/
- JON DURANT - Acclaimed guitarist, composer, and producer. More: https://www.jondurant.com/
- BARBARA REDDING - Award-winning travel writer and photographer. More: https://barbararedding.com/
- SHARON K. KURTZ - Award-winning travel writer, photographer and podcaster. More: https://sharonkkurtz.com/
- JAMES BYFIELD - Singer/songwriter, roots musician and founder of the San Francisco blues-based band Blind Lemon Pledge. More: https://blindlemon-pledge.com/
- JO CLARK - Travel writer, photographer and podcaster. More: https://haveglasswilltravel.com/ and https://recipestravelculture.com/
- KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer and author of fiction and non-fiction. More: https://americanroads.net/ and https://katywalls.com/
- CHUCK & MIKELYN WUSTMAN - Owners and innkeepers of The Bird & Butterfly Inn in Jasper, Texas. More: https://thebirdandbutterflyinn.com/
- VICTORIA CHICK - Contemporary Figurative Artist and Founder of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center. More at https://victoriachick.com/ and https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
SPECIAL MESSAGES FROM
- GLYNN BURROWS - Owner of Norfolk Tours in England. More: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- JULIE SUMAN - Travel writer and photographer. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/julie-dee-suman-travel-writer-and-photographer/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Cameron Bower of Ghost Hill Cellars.
Nuzzled in the heart of Oregon’s famed Willamette Valley, Ghost Hill Cellars stands as a marvelous example of exceptional winemaking craftsmanship, particularly renowned for its exquisite pinot noir offerings. Read Linda's article about her tasting experience, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-unforgettable-pinot-noir-experience-at-ghost-hill-cellars/
Learn more about Ghost Hill Cellars at https://www.ghosthillcellars.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode is also being shared and featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF).
Hear about the organization's unique month-long artist residencies in locations like Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, and Hawai'i Volcano National Park. Plus, this year's opportunities for park destinations and artists of all genres to be part of their programming.
NPAF is a non-profit offering unique Artist-in-Residence Programs, Museum In-Loan Programs, and Workshops inspired by our National Parks, National Monuments, and World Heritage Sites. NPAF has supported over 300 programs, over 120 artists, and been the conduit for over a million dollars in artwork donations.
Watch for Big Blend Radio's NPAF Retrospective, a digital publication featuring 8 years of podcast interviews with artists and park representatives! Keep up with us by getting our newsletter at https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/join-our-newsletter/
Learn more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Get a Taste of January and Celebrate National Staying Healthy Month, Veganuary, Hot Tea Month, Hot Soup Month, and more with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, nuts and dried fruit, locally grown Royal Medjool Dates, culinary gifts, and sweet treats including homemade fudge and peanut brittle. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of delicious favorites from peanut butter cookies to sensational salads: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
Are seeing those iconic Giant Sequoia Trees in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, on your bucket list?
From hiking and wildlife watching to chasing waterfalls, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on what you can experience in these must-visit parks and forests, as well as their charming local art and agricultural communities that make up Tulare County, California including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include
- Holly Streit - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Celebrate International Veganuary Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast with Peggy Fiandaca and Chef Candy Lesher who discuss vegan food and wine pairings. Check out Chef Candy's vegan Cannellini Casserole Recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cannellini-casserole/
Along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, Peggy Fiandaca owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Learn more at https://ldvwinery.com/
Chef Candy Lesher is a culinary wellness coach based in Phoenix, Arizona. View more recipes and learn about how she helps clients achieve their health goals at https://www.yourkitchenrx.com/
"Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz focuses on how visiting Maui in Hawai'i is a vital step in supporting the island's renewal after the deadly wildfires that devastated Lahaina in August 2023.
From outrigger canoeing to cycling down a volcano, read Sharon's article about what you can experience in Maui, as well as how you can help support this magical and culturally historic destination, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/visiting-maui-a-vital-step-in-supporting-the-islands-renewal/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA that features Kim Sidoriak, President & CEO of Visit Carlsbad. Located in North San Diego County in Southern California, Carlsbad is a coastal playground and the ultimate destination to unwind and enjoy an unforgettable escape.
Carlsbad offers abundant access to seven miles of pristine beaches and outdoor activities including surfing, golfing, biking, hiking trails and pickleball courts. A variety of luxury and budget friendly hotels are available for all visitors.
Attractions including LEGOLAND® California Resort, Museum of Making Music and the iconic Flower Fields, provide an ideal family experience.
Championship caliber golf courses, a vibrant culinary scene and brewery scene, relaxing spa experiences and much more awaits. Plan your Carlsbad experience here: https://visitcarlsbad.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Celebrate National Read a New Book Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio with acclaimed author Leonce Gaiter who discusses his writing and latest book, “A Memory of Fictions (or) Just Tiddy-Boom."
For readers who like their fiction in the grand, old-school tradition comes a jazzy, genre-bending historical fiction/memoir featuring a compelling Black protagonist who presents a fascinating take on 'the Black anti-hero.' "A Memory of Fictions (or) Just Tiddy-Boom" (Legba Books) paints a vivid, wildly entertaining portrait of Jessie Vincent Grandier, the striving African American middle class that shaped him in the 1960s, and a Black man navigating white worlds through the Reagan 80s. More at https://www.leoncegaiter.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on Medieval Castle Acre. This historic destination is a true Medieval Masterpiece, with Priory, Castle, earthworks, Church and other buildings, and it is a place to wonder at the skills of the workers and see how the Norman invasion of 1066 started a new way of life in England.
You can read Glynn's article about Castle Acre, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/castle-acre-a-medieval-masterpiece/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" history show. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This Big Blend Radio panel discussion delves into the world of Artificial Intelligence, from how and why it was created, to how it has advanced and is used today as an effective tool in numerous industries, as well as its proprietary dangers, especially regarding the arts.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- DR MARSCHALL RUNGE - Executive VP for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, CEO of Michigan Medicine, and author of “Coded to Kill: A Techno-Medical Thriller.” More: https://www.codedtokill.com/
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JOEY STUCKEY - Award-winning blind guitarist, singer, songwriter, composer, producer, educator, sound engineer, and the music ambassador for Macon, Georgia. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
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MATT COST - Author of three mystery series: Mainely Mystery, Clay Wolfe/Port Essex Mystery, and A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery Series. He’s also written historical fiction novels. More: https://www.mattcost.net/
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JW JARVIS - Author of the thriller “Artificial Agent,” as well as the "First Responder" Series. More: https://www.authorjwjarvis.com/
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MICHAEL WOLK - Author of the immersive cyber novel “DevilsGame,” playwright, Broadway producer, and film producer. More: https://devilsgame.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the new digital Jefferson Highway Travel Guide being produced in partnership between Big Blend Magazines and the Jefferson Highway Association.
Featured guests are Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association, and Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith, the mother-daughter travel team who have owned and run Big Blend Magazines since 1997. Learn more about this exciting project and be part of the effort, here: https://jeffersonhighwaytravelguide.com/
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except on holidays). Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her experiences in historic Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts. These connected communities are known for their roles in the American Revolution and Civil War, and the different groups of people who lived there including indigenous people, women, African Americans, authors, and more, all who left their indelible marks on the fabric of society.
READ DEBBIE'S ARTICLES:
- Part 1: Lexington: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/history-comes-alive-in-lexington-and-concord-part-1/
- Part 2: Concord: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/history-comes-alive-in-lexington-and-concord-part-2/
Follow this podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
It's all about Life Lessons from Family on this episode of Big Blend Radio's QUALITY OF LIFE Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- MICHAEL NEMETH - Author of "A Tissue of Lies" and other novels. Visit: https://mikenemethauthor.com/
- KIMBERLY HESS - Author of "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." Visit: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
- JEFF NELLIGAN - Author of "Four Lessons From My Sons" and other parenting books. Visit: https://www.nelliganbooks.com/
- LISA EVANS - Travel writer and author of "100 Things To Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die." Visit: https://writerlisa.com/
- KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer and author of numerous travel guides and novels. Visit: https://katywalls.com/
It's all about Cheese on this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor.
Hear about the differences between soft, semi-soft, and hard cheese; ripe versus unripened cheese. Plus, what food and drink to pair with various cheeses, what to put on a cheese plate, cooking with cheese, cheese storage, and much more.
CHECK OUT SOME OF CHEF IVAN'S CHEESE-INSPIRED RECIPES:
- California Mac & Cheese: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-mac-and-cheese/
- Red Pepper & Mozzarella Crostini: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/warm-red-pepper-mozzarella-crostini/
- Ricotta Gnocchi alla Checca: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ricotta-gnocchi-alla-checca/
- Mushroom Provolone Burger: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/
- Margherita French Bread Pizza: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/margherita-french-bread-pizza/
- Spicy Veggie Pizza-Dilla: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-veggie-pizza-dilla/
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here: https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com/
From favorite foods to music, movies, and traditions, Celebrate Winter and the Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey and travel writer Jo Clark.
CHECK OUT:
- Joey's Christmas Music Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/dnu7ufzy
- Big Blend Radio's December & Winter Holiday Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yvebyewx
- Jo's Rudolph Christmas Cocktail Recipe: https://recipestravelculture.com/the-rudolph-christmas-cocktail/
- Jo's Myrtrle Beach Christmas Podcast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/christmas-and-holiday-fun-in-myrtle-beach/
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Based in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Jo Clark is a travel, food, and wine writer and an award-winning photographer. She is a regular expert guest on Big Blend Radio and hosts Big Blend Radio’s JO GOES EVERYWHERE Podcast. Keep up with her adventures at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/ and https://recipestravelculture.com/
Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
It's all about Petroglyphs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick. There is hardly a country in the world where petroglyphs do not exist. The United States is rich in petroglyph art, especially within National Park or National Monument boundaries or within National Forests and public lands where they are protected.
Read Victoria's article about Petroglyphs, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/petroglyphs-prehistoric-rock-art/
Also see her stories and podcasts covering:
- Petroglyphs of Pony Hills: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/petroglyphs-of-pony-hills/
- Early Pottery of the Southwest: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/early-pottery-of-the-southwest/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
Unwrap the magic of Christmas and the Winter Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring best-selling author Kevin Moore who talks about his new book, "Christmas Stories: Volume II," that shares tales that will warm your heart and spark your imagination.
In this eagerly awaited follow-up to his #1 Amazon bestseller, "Christmas Stories: 7 Original Short Stories," Moore masterfully crafts a tapestry of unforgettable characters and heartwarming narratives that embody the essence of the holiday season.
Journey with a young boy who creates a profound and mystical Christmas for his community, a woman who stumbles upon a mysterious pink gift card filled with unexpected surprises, and a troubled young man who hears the magical sound of snowflakes falling. Each story invites you on a path of self-discovery, love, and miracles.
With a range of stories from heartbreaking to humorous, magical to everyday, Moore’s protagonists experience profound transformations. They find hope, learn valuable lessons, and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. Perfect for savoring by the fire or during life’s daily journeys, this captivating collection reminds us that the magic of the holiday is real—if we only open our hearts to it.
Learn more at https://kevinmoorepublishing.com/
From food and drink to festivals and cultural experiences, nature and the great outdoors, history and the arts, and much more, this episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Arizona, the Grand Canyon State.
Featured Guests:
- EVA ELDRIDGE – Editor, writer, and book publishing expert. See: https://evaeldridge.com/
- PEGGY FIANDACA – Co-owner of LDV Winery. See: https://ldvwinery.com/
- JUDY KARNIA – Travel writer and nature therapy guide. See: https://judykarnia.com/
- DR RANDSDELL - Author, musician, and educator. See: https://www.dr-ransdell.com/
- ELAINE A. POWERS – Author, conservationist, actor/singer. See: https://elaineapowers.com/
- DR. MILLICENT EIDSON – Professor, author, and writer. See: https://drmayamaguire.com/
This inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever focuses on how HR professionals can work with employees to reflect on 2024, and get prepared for a successful 2025.
Rita Sever is a regular expert guest on Big Blend Radio. She is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Channel. Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From planting a tree to erecting a memorial and creating a scholarship foundation, this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani focuses on the various ways you can honor and keep someone's legacy alive.
Also hear some ideas for holiday gatherings on how to remember and pay tribute to loved ones who have passed this year.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
From Alaska to Hawaii, Southern California to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast dives into the backstory of Linda's books, writing, travels, and deep connection with the natural world.
Read Linda's blog post about her writing adventures, here: https://lostangeladventures.com/f/writing-for-my-life
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
This episode of Big Blend Radio features international prog rock duo The Vegetarians who discuss their new album "Space Age Pagliacci," along with the world of Artificial Intelligence, their music and songwriting, and what the music industry is like today.
The Vegetarians are a Swedish-American duo consisting of Hans Annellsson, composer and musician from Sweden, and composer and songwriter John Tabacco from Long Island, New York. Their new album, “Space Age Pagliacci”, is a semi-concept album about spacetime. Stylistically, the music is a mix of Prog Rock and Classic Rock, with some hints of Circus Music.
Get the album and keep up with The Vegetarians here:
Bandcamp: https://thevegetarians.bandcamp.com/album/space-age-pagliacci
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7b7khQqC4ekEn9Xi2AFuOz?si=pMfaLLANTCK5ousP2f1PpA
Hans Annellsson: www.annellssongs.com
John Tabacco: https://www.johntabacco.net/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and podcaster Chris Christensen "Amateur Traveler" who talks about his two visits to Mallorca, Spain. Plus, we dig into some history and travel that spans California to Africa.
CHECK OUT THESE "AMATEUR TRAVELER" ARTICLES AND PODCASTS ABOUT MALLORCA:
- Is Mallorca Worth Visiting: https://amateurtraveler.com/is-mallorca-worth-visiting/
- Mallorca Tours: https://amateurtraveler.com/mallorca-tours/
- The Best Wineries in Mallorca: https://amateurtraveler.com/the-best-wineries-in-mallorca/
- Travel to Mallorca Podcast: https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-mallorca/
- Travel to the Island of Mallorca, Spain Podcast: https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-the-island-of-mallorca-spain/
Chris Christensen has been a blogger / podcaster / travel journalist since 2005. Keep up with his travels, writing, and podcasts, here: https://amateurtraveler.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio "Vacation Station" Travel Channel. Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get Ready for Chanukah with this episode of Big Blend Radio's COOKING WITH RUTH Podcast with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.”
On this episode, Ruth talks about how to make Chicken Schnitzel and Latkes, both signifying the tradition of oil in honoring the holiday of Chanukah. Check out her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healthy-chanukah-recipes/
Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
It's all about Instruction for Horses and Riders on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Instruction is especially important when looking at purchasing a new horse.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Jo Clark talks about her top four park destinations in Sonoma County, California.
Hear about Point Reyes National Seashore, Jack London State Historic Park, Sonoma Botanical Garden, and Sonoma State Historic Park, and read Jo's article about these parks here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/top-4-parks-to-visit-in-sonoma-county/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Get into the spirit of the holiday season episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast where travel writer Rose Palmer calls in from The Riverside Debussy riverboat, gliding down the Rhine River, midway through an 8-day Christmas Market river cruise that started in Amsterdam and will end in Frankfurt.
Read her story about her experiences, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/luxury-christmas-market-cruise-on-the-riverside-debussy/
Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on two of our other Big Blend Radio channels, "Big Daily Blend" and "Vacation Station." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author J.W. Jarvis who discusses his heart pounding thriller “Artificial Agent” (Big Dee Books, January 21, 2025), that was inspired by “The Six Million Dollar Man.”
In "Artificial Agent," J.W. Jarvisshares the story of a highly decorated Navy SEAL who is given a second chance to serve his country when advanced tech restores his ability to walk and grants him unique powers. But while technology gives him a new life, it may also prove to be the world’s undoing. More at https://www.authorjwjarvis.com/
From festive foods and drinks to fun activities, it's all about how to enjoy the holiday season while being heart-healthy on this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
Celebrate Travel Tuesday with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA that features Dan Howard, VP Of Communications at Visit Park City, Utah. Hear what to experience in this world-renowned multi-generational vacation spot and how it is a leader in sustainable and responsible tourism as a MountainKind destination, not to mention, a proud venue of the Winter Olympic Games 2034!
While working to become a leader in sustainable tourism, Park City is a year-round destination that offers a plethora of outdoor recreation experiences, beautiful scenery, a vibrant cultural and culinary scene, and a historic Main Street lined with charming shops, delightful restaurants, and cozy cafes. Park City is one of the most accessible year-round destinations in North America and is located just 25 miles southeast of Salt Lake City International Airport. Plan your trip at https://www.visitparkcity.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Celebrate Music Monday with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show featuring acclaimed singer-songwriter Vincent Covello. Hear about his new adult contemporary, light jazz album titled "Torchlights" and holiday single "Season to Rejoice."
After losing his parents and brother in 2020, he created the "Torchlights" album in their honor. With Universal Music Group producer/artist Don Miggs, the Jim Riley band, orchestrator Andrew Joslyn, saxophonist Michael Lington, and writer Victor Migenes, an epic force was created with Vincent's original standards, taking you on a journey of life, love, and loss in an emotional triumph of music through his voice and songs.
Vincent has been successful in the music industry for over 35 years as an artist, songwriter, and premier music industry vocal coach, working with top-line producers, record labels, and companies such as Red Light Management, Disney, and Nickelodeon, and having hit songs with an extensive songwriting catalog. More at: https://vincentcovellomusic.com/
It's all about Celebrating Christmas and the Holidays Season in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Hear all about festive events and happenings like holiday concerts, light shows in gardens and parks, beachtime with Santa, and more. And, check out Jo's article "I’ll Be Home for Christmas – 18 Special Beach-Style Celebrations" here: https://recipestravelculture.com/myrtle-beach-style-christmas/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
Celebrate the holiday season with this Big Blend Radio podcast covering Christmas Movies and Museums!
STEVE SCHNEICKERT recalls the Hollywood History of Classic Christmas Movies including ‘It’s A Wonderful Life‘, ‘The Man Who Came To Dinner‘, ‘A Christmas Carol‘, ‘The Bishop’s Wife‘, ‘The Wizard of Oz‘, ‘Meet Me in St. Louis‘, ‘Miracle on 34th Street‘, and many more. Hear more of Steve's Hollywood History segments here: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/sets/hollywood-history-with-steve
BARABRA REDDING, travel journalist, talks about two Christmas Movie Museums she recently visited. Hear about the It's a Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls, New York, and the House from The Christmas Story in Cleveland, Ohio. Keep up with Barbara at https://www.wonderfullifemuseum.com/
Visit the Museum sites at https://www.wonderfullifemuseum.com/ and https://housefromachristmasstory.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with authors Peggy Cleveland and Emily Molina about Tacoma, Washington’s Tall Ships, Local Gems, and Must-See Attractions. Read her story about Tacoma here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tacomas-tall-ships-local-gems-and-must-see-attractions/
Peggy Cleveland is an avid traveler, food and wine enthusiast, and author of "100 Things To Do In Tacoma Before You Die." Visit: https://peggywhereshouldigo.com/
Emily Molina is a freelance writer whose love of history and the sea led to her first book, "Tacoma's Tall Ship - The Extraordinary Journey of the Odyssey." Visit: https://molinawriter.wordpress.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed trumpeter Delbert Anderson, the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
A Diné jazz trumpet artist, composer, and educator, Delbert stands at the forefront of a vibrant Native American jazz scene. His work, deeply rooted in his Diné heritage, seamlessly integrates Navajo "spinning songs" of love, healing, and courtship with jazz and funk, thus marking him as a community-minded Indigenous individualist. Through his Delbert Anderson Quartet, Anderson revives the improvised sounds of the Diné circle, blending them with jazz, funk, and hip-hop. His compositions are inspired by Navajo Nation landscapes, historical events, and the desire to preserve and educate about Diné history. More: https://delbertanderson.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Get a Taste of December and Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites: See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
From outdoor adventures and snow play to seasonal shopping, events and festivities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on winter and holiday fun in Tulare County, California.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include
- Holly Streit - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast that focuses on Wine and Food Pairings, Gifts for Wine Lovers, Tasting Experiences, and of course, Peggy's Wine Term of the Month!
CHECK OUT PEGGY'S HOLIDAY RECIPES & PAIRING TIPS:
- Filet Mignon with Cognac Mushroom Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/filet-mignon-with-cognac-mushroom-sauce/
- Baked Glazed Ham: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/
- New Year Black Eyed Peas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/
- Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/
- Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
- Pairing Wine with Chocolate: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Have you experienced the Hill Country of Texas? From wine tasting and live music, and history, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast is all about historic Fredericksburg, Texas.
Fredericksburg is a small town with a big personality, where you can really sense the blend of cultures that shaped its character. From its roots as a German settlement in 1846, the town has managed to hold onto that Old World charm while embracing a bit of Texas spirit. And, with over 100 vineyards and tasting rooms in the region, this town has truly earned its place on the wine map. Then there's Luckenbach which became famous in the 1970s as a country music hotspot. Learn more at https://www.visitfredericksburgtx.com/
CHECK OUT SHARON'S ARTICLE about her adventures in Fredericksburg here: https://shebuystravel.com/things-to-do-in-fredericksburg-texas/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on visiting Asheville and supporting this popular mountain destination post Hurricane Helene.
Featured Guests
- KAREN WILSON, who along with her husband Steve, owns and runs The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
** See their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery
- JAY SCHULTZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/
** Also follow his social media accounts for his giveaway: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Spartan.Photo
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spartanphotoavl/
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NICOLE WILL - Co-Founder of Asheville Wellness Tours that offers customizable wellness and yoga retreats and experiences in the mountains of Western North Carolina. More at https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/
*** See their GOFUNDMe Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-wellness-tours-recovery
LINKS OF SUPPORT (Thanks Nicole):
Elderflower Care: https://www.elderflowercommunity.org/
Conserving Carolina: https://conservingcarolina.org/
Asheville GreenWorks: https://www.ashevillegreenworks.org/
Mountain True: https://mountaintrue.org/
WNC Strong: Rebuilding Together Grant Fund (For profit businesses with fewer than 100 employees - not industry specific!): https://www.mountainbizworks.org/helene/wnc-strong-rebuilding-together-grants-2/
WE ARE Grant (Women Owned Businesses): https://weareasheville.org/pages/founding-member
* Explore Asheville Voluntourism:
https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/voluntourism-ways-give-back-when-visiting-asheville
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
'Tis the Season of Giving and this episode of Big Blend Radio explores the myriad of ways to support our parks, the arts, military, kids and families, and more. Enjoy these inspiring conversations that offer practical ideas for giving back.
ON THIS EPISODE:
- IVAN LEVIN gives an overview of the preservation and educational programs that the National Park Trust offers. Established in 1983, this non-profit dedicates 86% of its resources to park preservation and its youth, family, and military programs. Visit https://parktrust.org/
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CHRISTY WOOD, world champion horse trainer and author, talks about her fundraising efforts to support the Independence Fund in purchasing all-terrain track chairs and funding caregiver programs for wounded veterans. Visit: https://independencefund.org/ and keep up with Christy at https://wdnhorse.com/
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VICTORIA CHICK, an artist based in Silver City, New Mexico, talks about raising funds to build the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center, which would be the first fine art museum in southwest New Mexico. Learn more at https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/ and visit Victoria's site at https://victoriachick.com/
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CLIFFORD GARSTANG, an author and writer based in Staunton, Virginia talks about some of his local non-profits including the Heifetz International Music Institute - https://heifetzinstitute.org/; the Staunton Music Festival - https://www.stauntonmusicfestival.org/, and the American Shakespeare Center - https://americanshakespearecenter.com/. Learn more about Cliff's writing at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
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LISA EVANS, travel writer and author, talks about the Operational Christmas Child program through Samaritan's Purse, see: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/. She also discusses ways to give back to areas in need, and how to be a "Good Samaritan" during the holiday travel season. Keep up with Lisa at: https://writerlisa.com/
Do you have an equestrian or horse lover on your holiday shopping list? If so, check out this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring author and world champion horse trainer Christy Wood who talks about her various books and horse-related gifts that include horseshoe decor and more. Visit her website and online store here: https://wdnhorse.com/
In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, award-winning and best selling author Mike Nemeth discusses his two Boomer Generation novels that revolve around the main character Eddie Kovacs. What a wonderful set of books for those from the boomer era and younger. More at: https://mikenemethauthor.com/
Looking for the perfect book for those avid readers and bookworms in your life? Check out our Holiday Shopping chat with author, writer, and editor Clifford Garstang who gives an overview of his novels and short story collections that make idea gifts. More at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
In celebration of the Holiday Shopping Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio features author Kimberly Hess who gives an overview of her book, "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." A fantastic gift for women's history enthusiasts, Pennsylvania history buffs, and philanthropists, this groundbreaking biography covers the extraordinary life of Sarah. B. Cochran “The Coal Queen.” More: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
Kick start your holiday shopping this Cyber Monday with Aryn Youngless on Big Blend Radio! Aryn is a writer, author, and geneaologist. Check out her genealogy gifts, books & journals, and family history research services here https://www.genealogybyaryn.com.
You can also visit her Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpringHeeledJackM
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how to be the light in your life. Check out Shelley's article "BEing the Light: A Year-End reflection" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/being-the-light-a-year-end-reflection/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with Shelley here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Get Ready to Celebrate the December Holidays with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show! It's all about holiday traditions, travel and festive events, music, food & drink, and more!
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER @hearjohnny - Award-winning singer/songwriter, cohost of the Big Daily Blend show every 1st Sunday. More: Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/
- TERRI GUTHRIE - World traveler, travel writer and former broadcaster based in Dallas, Texas. More: https://travelwithterri.net/
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG - Author, writer, and editor based in Staunton, Virginia. More: https://cliffordgarstang.com/
- WARD HEINRICHS - Employment attorney based in San Diego, California. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
- JO CLARK - World traveler, travel writer and photographer based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. More: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
LISTEN TO THE DECEMBER HOLIDAY & WINTER MUSIC PLAYLIST on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4j57s3r
'Tis the Season (and Small Business Saturday), so this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the multiple benefits of shopping local and small shops this holiday season. How does it help families, communty. tourism, and economy? Hear what Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours in England has to say.
Keep up with Glynn and read his article about Shopping Small Businesses here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-shop-local-for-the-holidays/
In support of Small Business Saturday and the Holiday Shopping Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features winemaker Dave Specter, who along with his wife Sara, owns and runs Bells Up Winery in Oregon.
Hear about their wines that are perfect for holiday gatherings and gifts, and, their unique seated private tastings (online and in person at the winery) that are exclusively for one group at a time by reservation, hosted by Dave. What a perfect gift for a wine enthusiast! More at: https://bellsupwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the Military Vehicle Preservation Association's recent convoy on the historic Jefferson Highway. Held October 1-31, 2024, the convoy will traveled from Minnesota to Louisiana. Learn more: https://www.mvpa.org/convoys
Featured guests are Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association, MVPA Convoy Commander Dan McCluske, and Oklahoma organizer Adeline Whisenhunt.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST (except on holidays). Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show kicks off the Holiday Shopping Season with Robert Schueller of Melissa's Specialty Produce who discusses their Black Friday / Cyber Monday Week Sale 2024 that Saves 20% Off Select Items including Wine & Culinary Baskets, Clean Snax, Party Trays, Tamale Making Kits and more. Sale Runs until December 2, 2024 midnight PST. Visit https://www.melissas.com/collections/black-friday-cyber-monday-sale-week and use promo code BLACKFRIDAY2024.
From sexual harassment and intoxication to wage and hur liability, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on employment issues related to holiday parties and celebrations.
Check out Ward's list of things employers may want to consider to help control liability and to keep the holiday season merry, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/holiday-season-employment-law-concerns/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Success Express" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WOMEN MAKING HISTORY Podcast focuses on Women in the World of Food and Wine.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- SHARON K. KURTZ is a travel writer and award-winning photographer.
Hear about some of the amazing women chefs she met in Oakland, California, as featured in her article here: https://fwtmagazine.com/a-taste-of-oakland-three-women-chefs-bringing-their-unique-flavor-to-the-table/
Keep up with Sharon's adventures at https://sharonkkurtz.com/
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CAROLE BUMPUS is a food/travel writer and author. Hear about her new book, “Adventures on Land and Sea: Searching for Culinary Pleasures in Provence and Along the Cote d’Azur." More: https://carolebumpus.com/
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PEGGY FIANDACA and her husband Curt Lawrence own and run LDV Winery, known for it's award-winning handcrafted estate wines produced in Arizona. More: https://ldvwinery.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast features a new panel discussion every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Success Express" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Kyoto to Osaka, his episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about her experiences on the “In the Shadow of Mountains” tour with Oku Japan.
On this small group tour, Debbie traveled to towns, villages, cities, and islands of western Japan, on both the Sea of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea regions. This small-group, guided, 12-day trip began in Kyoto and ended in Osaka. Read about her adventures and watch the video slide show here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/go-off-the-beaten-path-with-oku-japan/
Follow the podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
In celebration of November being National Aviation History Month, this is Part Two of Two Episodes focusing on the history of flight, and features husband-wife Ron and Terri Guthrie. Hear about Ron's career as a pilot and three of their favorite aviation museums including Palm Springs Historic Air Museum, Ronald Regan Presidential Library, and the WWII Museum in New Orleans.
Ron Guthrie grew up in Mississippi and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi (where he and Terri met.) After graduation Ron attended Pilot Training with the United States Air Force and was assigned the F-15 Eagle Fighter Jet for the next 7 years. In 1987, Ron began a new aviation career as a Delta Air Lines Pilot where he flew for 33 years ending his career during Covid as a senior International Captain.
Ron and Terri, who is a travel writer and former broadcaster, both still enjoy traveling and exploring the world. Follow their adventures at https://travelwithterri.net/
LISTEN TO PART ONE of this AVIATION HISTORY SHOW SERIES ON BIG BLEND RADIO HERE: https://youtu.be/cVEPKTX2iow
CHECK OUT OUR BIG BLEND AVIATION HISTORY GUIDE featuring podcasts, interviews, articles, books, and documentary films, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/aviation-history-guide/
In celebration of November being National Aviation History Month, this is Part One of Two Episodes focusing on the history of flight, from America to England, and across to Europe. Hear about famous pilots, the creation of gliders and airplanes, and about aviation related museums and destinations you can visit.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- DEBBIE STONE, travel writer, talks about her visit to the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Read her story: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lots-to-love-about-the-outer-banks/
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GLYNN BURROWS is a historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Read his article about US WWII Airfields in the UK: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/norfolks-us-airfields-during-wwii/
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ARYN YOUNGLESS, a writer and genealogist, talks about the life and career of pilot Bessie Coleman. Read her article about this aviation pioneer: https://genealogybyaryn.substack.com/p/the-life-of-bessie-coleman
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JO CLARK, travel writer, talks about Harris Hill, the glider-soaring capital of America that's located near Elmira, in Big Flats, New York. Check out her story about the history and visitor experience: https://recipestravelculture.com/amazing-glider-soaring-over-finger-lakes/
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MIKE DOWD is an aviation history buff, as well as a pilot, engineer, and mechanic. Hear about his flight history and noteworthy pilots he met along his journey.
LISTEN TO PART TWO of this AVIATION HISTORY SHOW SERIES ON BIG BLEND RADIO HERE: https://youtu.be/J1dUp1WgES8
CHECK OUT OUR BIG BLEND AVIATION HISTORY GUIDE featuring podcasts, interviews, articles, books, and documentary films, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/aviation-history-guide/
Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on holiday gift ideas, seasonal events and current exhibits at this Tucson landmark.
Hear about the annual La Fiesta de Guadalupe, held on Dec. 8, 2024, that honors Mexico’s patron saint with music, dancing and performances including mariachi bands, folklorico dancers, and Yaqui Deer Dancers. Piñatas filled with treats are hoisted hourly for the kids while vendors offer regional food, southwestern fare, and souvenirs. The event is free and open to the public.
Plus, on Dec. 21, visit the Gallery from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m for an evening of music, art, wine, and hors de oeuvres at Noches de DeGrazia! While you enjoy the magical ambiance of the Gallery after dark, enjoy last minute holiday shopping. Event is also free to attend.
Current exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's work include, "Roadrunners," "Enamel on Copper Paintings," and “DeGrazia’s Textile Designs for Fuller Fabrics.”
Along with the property's unique architecture and Ted DeGrazia's art, The Little Gallery is also host to visiting artists.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey celebrates Native American musicians and music.
CHECK OUT
- Our Indigenous Voices music playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/ydef7wup
- National Association of Native American Music site that includes Nammy nominee music playlists, and performer history: https://www.nativeamericanmusicawards.com/
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
Thinking of moving to England or purchasing a second property or vacation spaces? This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on real estate opportunities in England. Check out his article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/considering-a-move-to-england/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" home and garden show. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
One of the deadliest natural disasters in modern history, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami in which 230,000 people perished, will be National Geographic's biggest docuseries of autumn, 'Tsunami: Race Against Time.'
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Barry Hirshorn, the seismologist who, in 2004, was tracking all the data as it trickled in. During the chaos, Hirshorn had to make sense of data so extreme as to be unreal. In 2004, Indian Ocean countries lacked the technology that could warn them, so Hirshorn knew that, based on his data, untold numbers of deaths were happening live. He raced to get the message to the remaining countries oblivious to the imminent calamity.
Premiering November 24, 2024, the series provides a 360-degree view into the heart-stopping events of 2004. It features personal accounts from survivors and scientists who raced against time to understand the catastrophe and warn the world. Told minute-by-minute through harrowing videos of survival – some seen for the first time – the four-part series offers an immersive look at the destructive wave as it surged across 14 countries.
TSUNAMI: RACE AGAINST TIME Premieres Across Two Nights, beginning Nov. 24, 2024 at 9/8c on National Geographic. All Episodes Stream Nov. 25 on Disney+ and Hulu
What do you say when a loved one just received a terminal diagnosis or is at their last stage of life as we know it? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea shares advice on how to communicate and support loved ones facing the end of their life.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
It's all about How to Save Money While Traveling on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From luggage and phones, to food and transfers Cheryl has some fantastic budget hacks to help you get rid of unnecessary expenses. Check out her blog post about it all, here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/08/14/saving-money-while-traveling/
Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From visiting Georgia O’Keeffe’s Home and Studio in Abiquiú to exploring Bandlier National Monument, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast focuses on day trips and attractions you can experience when visiting Santa Fe in Northern New Mexico, known as The City Different.
Read her article on day trips here: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/awesome-day-trips-in-northern-new-mexico-linda-ballou/
Read her article about Georgia O'Keefe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/georgia-okeefe-to-run-wild-and-free/
Listen to Linda's previous podcast about her visit to Santa Fe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sensational-santa-fe-new-mexico/
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
In perfect time for the holiday shopping season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show features award-winning author C.B. Wilson, who is known for her popular Barkview Dog Mystery series. Hear about her books, her Bat Dogs petition, and much more. Visit: https://cbwilsonauthor.com/
Plus, check out her fun song, "12 Days of Barkview Christmas" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPMzjs0y7NM
In celebration of the holiday gift giving season, this episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channels. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick focuses on early pottery of the southwest including Arizona, New Mexico, West Texas, Southern Colorado, Southern Utah, and Northern Mexico. Read Victoria's article about it here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/early-pottery-of-the-southwest/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," "Toast to The Arts," and "Way Back When." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Illinois and Indiana to Arizona, Southern California, South Carolina, Virginia and beyond, we dig into a little Hometown Nostalgia on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast. Besides, it's National Writers Day and we have three writers of various genres on the show!
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JO CLARK - Travel writer and photographer at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG - Author, writer and editor at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
- ELAINE A. POWERS - Retired Biologist and children’s book author at https://elaineapowers.com/
Celebrating the first episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast, Rose Palmer talks about her life as an award-winning travel writer and photographer after a diverse 25-year career as a PhD chemist. As she explores the world, she likes to focus her traveling lens on history, art, architecture, nature, soft adventures, and cruising in all its forms.
Read her Success Insider Q&A and see some of her photography, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/travel-writer-success-insider-with-rose-palmer/
Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," "Vacation Station," "Success Express," and "Women Making History." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features award-winning author Janine Kovac who discusses her memoir, "The Nutcracker Chronicles," that blends her personal life with the events in ballet’s most famous show: “The Nutcracker.”
Out now, "The Nutcracker Chronicles” tells the story of Janine’s pursuit of an elusive dream that compels her to endure blistered toes, weekly weigh-ins, second-hand pointe shoes, and constant insults from her directors. Why can’t you just dance like a pretty girl?
JANINE KOVAC enjoyed a twelve-year career as a professional ballet dancer in Iceland, Italy, San Francisco, and her hometown of El Paso, Texas. She is the author of “Brain Changer: A Mother’s Guide to Cognitive Science” and “Spinning: Choreography for Coming Home." More at: https://www.janinekovac.com/
More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
From Winter and Holiday Festivities to Historic Sites, Outdoor Adventures, and Where to Sip, Dine and Sleep, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Andrea Ryan who gives an overview of what to experience in beautiful York County, Pennsylvania.
With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant culture, York County, PA, is the perfect destination for your next adventure. Whether you're exploring the charming streets of downtown York or immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the countryside, you'll find something to captivate your senses at every turn. More: https://www.yorkpa.org/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Big Blend Radio's monthly "Adventures in Asheville" Show is now weekly to focus on the relief and recovery work happening post Hurricane Helene in Asheville, great Western North Carolina and all areas affected.
FEATURED GUESTS
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON "Mr & Mrs Wild," who cohost the show and own The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More at https://www.lion-rose.com/
*** See their GOFUNDME Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery
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JAY SCHULTZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/
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KRISTA STEARNS - Owner of Mountain Mural Tours known for their colorful urban art tour through Downtown Asheville with its amazing collection of murals, graffiti, sculpture, and street art installations. More: https://mountainmuraltours.com/ and check out the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association that she talks about: https://airasheville.org/
PLUS, HEAR HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT from:
- Singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer at https://hearjohnny.com/
- Poet and writer Susan Cummins Miller at http://www.susancumminsmiller.com/
- Musician James Byfield "Blind Lemon Pledge" at https://www.blindlemon-pledge.com/
- Author & travel writer Kathleen Walls at https://katywalls.com/ and https://www.americanroads.net/
CHECK OUT OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT + LINKS TO ORGANIZATIONS YOU CAN SUPPORT + A COOL PLAYLIST OF MUSIC FROM THE MUSICIANS WHO SUPPORTED THE EVENT, HERE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features director Juliette Eisner who discusses the new National Geographic docuseries, "The Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking The Truth." Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igUQwX6vZRU
The series is slated to premiere on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 8/7c on National Geographic and streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
Through unparalleled access, THE STANFORD PRISON EXPERIMENT: UNLOCKING THE TRUTH embarks on a gripping, ticking-clock journey through the six-day Stanford Prison Experiment with a deluge of reveals, new subjects and a smoking-gun archive. It weaves together shocking, poignant and sometimes humorous firsthand accounts from the very participants who were at the heart of the experiment. Then, in an unexpected turn, the series brings the participants to a replica film set of the “prison,” where they revisit pivotal moments and attempt to find consensus — and closure — about what really happened over the course of those six days.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, award-winning author and journalist Simon Parkin discusses his new book, "The Forbidden Garden: The Botanists of Besieged Leningrad and Their Impossible Choice."
The first book to chart the history of the world’s largest collection of seeds, "The Forbidden Garden" shares the story of the Siege of Leningrad and how from 1941 to 1944, the scientists in the seed bank had to face an impossible choice each day: eat the collection to prevent starvation, or protect their life’s work to help end world hunger? More at https://www.simonparkin.com/
This episode is cohosted by Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
Check out Big Blend Radio's network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
It's all about Riding Wild in Sonoma, California's Wine Country on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Hear all about her adventures with Jérôme Ribeiro, tour guide extraordinaire and owner of Rides by Me Classic Sidecar Tours, who encourages visitors to “Take a ride on the wild side(car)!”
Jo enjoyed a winery picnic, tasting fun at Landmark Winery, Gundlach Bundschu (GB) Winery, and Pomme Cider Shop & Tap Room. She stayed at El Pueblo Inn, and dined at Los Molcajetes and The Girl & The Fig restaurants. Read her story about her Rides By Me adventures in Sonoma County here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/riding-on-the-wild-sidecar-of-sonomas-wine-country/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about Horse Hoof Care on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Hear about how to clean a hoof, supplements, about shoes and shoeing, protective boots, choosing a farrier, and more.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Linda Milks talks about her one week adventure during Fashion Week in Paris, The City of Lights.
Hear about the historic sites, restaurants, markets and shopping destinations she experienced while bonding with new and old friends, and how they lived like Parisians, and celebrated the joys in life. Read about her visit here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/traveling-to-paris-to-celebrate-live-like-a-parisian-and-strengthen-friendships/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Happy World Urbanism Day, aka World City Planning Day! This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Sara C. Bronin who discusses her book, "KEY TO THE CITY: How Zoning Shapes Our World."
Zoning codes have become the most significant regulatory power of local government, determining how we experience our cities. Yet zoning remains invisible. In "Key to the City," Sara reveals the impact of zoning—for good and ill—in cities across the country, from Hartford to Baltimore and Las Vegas to Chicago. Outdated zoning codes have maintained racial segregation, prioritized cars over people, and enabled great ecological harm.
Along with being an author, Sara is an architect, attorney, Cornell University professor, and founder of the National Zoning Atlas. More at https://www.sarabronin.com/ and https://www.zoningatlas.org/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 2nd Monday and 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," "Women Making History," and "Garden Gossip." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From honoring Native American Heritage Month and Veterans Day to Holiday Shopping, Events & Activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on End-of-Fall experiences in Tulare County.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include
- Holly Streit - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast focuses on Pairing State Foods with State Wines (especially Arizona's), inspired by Darla Hoffmann's 2024 writing project.
Darla is a wine and travel journalist, Certified Sommelier, Certified Specialist of Wine, and owner of About Wine, a wine education and marketing company. More: http://www.aboutwineinaz.com/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Celebrate Arizona's State Food with Peggy's Machaca Shredded Beef Chimichanga Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/machaca-shredded-beef-chimichanga/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz shines the spotlight on Niagara Falls, Ontario. World-renowned for its breathtaking waterfalls, this Canadian destination features a rich tapestry of history, nature, and culinary experiences that offer layers of exploration. Check out Sharon's article about her experiences: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-niagara-falls-canada/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/.
Big Blend Radio's monthly "Adventures in Asheville" Show are now weekly to focus on the relief and recovery work happening post Hurricane Helene in Asheville, great Western North Carolina and all areas affected including Florida (including Hurricane Milton recovery efforts), Virginia, South Carolina, East Tennesse, and Georgia.
FEATURED GUESTS
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON "Mr & Mrs Wild," who cohost the show and own The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More at https://www.lion-rose.com/
*** See their GOFUNDME Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery
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JAY SCHULTZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/
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NICOLE WILL - Co-Founder of Asheville Wellness Tours that offers customizable wellness and yoga retreats and experiences in the mountains of Western North Carolina. More at https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/
*** See their GOFUNDMe Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-wellness-tours-recovery
PLUS, HEAR HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT from:
- Mark Rechler of Circus Mind Band - https://www.circusmindband.com/
- John Storch of The Cravens Band - https://cravenmusic.net/
- Author Mike Nemeth - https://mikenemethauthor.com/
- Musical duo Dennis Haklar & Steffie Moonlady - https://dennishaklar.com/ and https://steffiemoonlady.com/
CHECK OUT OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT + LINKS TO ORGANIZATIONS YOU CAN SUPPORT + A COOL PLAYLIST OF MUSIC FROM THE MUSICIANS WHO SUPPORTED THE EVENT, HERE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
Don't delay on getting your turkey for Thanksgiving, it could take 7-10 days to defrost! This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, is all about how to Buy, Prepare, and Roast your Turkey (stress-free) for Thanksgiving.
Check out Chef Ivan's Thanksgiving Turkey Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivans-turkey-tips-for-thanksgiving/
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how the act of giving is a heartfelt recipe for life. You can read her article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-benefits-of-giving/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life" which is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Bring-Table-Inspirational/dp/1087932106
Keep up with Shelley here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Celebrate National Gratitude Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show!
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER - Award-winning singer/songwriter, cohost of the Big Daily Blend show every 1st Sunday, and creator of the Gratitude Club Facebook Group. More: Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/
- PETER LOVENHEIM - Acclaimed author and journalist whose new book, "GIFT SHOP OF GRATITUDE: A Journal to Explore the Journey of Your Life," will be out on Nov 12, 2024. More info and preorders: https://peterlovenheim.com/
SHELLEY WHIZIN - Transformational life coach and author of "What Do You Bring To The Table: A Savory, Sensory, and Inspirational Guide to Living A Yummy Delicious Life." More: https://shelleywhizin.com/
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DIANE DOBRY – Food, wine, and travel writer. See: http://gettinghungary.com/, https://discoverydaze.com/, https://hungarianaquarian.com/
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GLYNN BURROWS - Family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. More: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
TAKE GRATITUDE ACTION:
- Answer Glynn's article WHAT ARE YOU GRATEFUL FOR? here https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-are-your-grateful-for/ by joining Johnny's GRATITUDE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/137233742979118
- Read Shelley's POWER OF GRATITUDE article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-gratitude/
LISTEN TO GRATITUDE MUSIC PLAYLISTS:
- Johnny's GRATITUDE MUSIC PLAYLIST on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/36u8e1LjfihpOZd3LDHTzu?si=14005cd196374ee2
- Lisa's THANKSGIVING MUSIC MIX PLAYLIST on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OUgs37rLO2blBVRcJSaJz?si=511f7e41a6eb459d
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Captain Cy Evans about the sightseeing and dinner cruises with True North Charters LLC in Tacoma, Washington.
As Linda shares, "Whether you choose to savor a romantic evening for two or revel in the company of friends and family, a daytime or dinner cruise offers a unique and unforgettable experience that is sure to leave you with a sense of joy and wonder long after you’ve returned to shore." Read her story, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/unforgettable-sightseeing-and-dinner-cruising-in-tacoma/
Learn more about True North Charters at https://www.truenorthchartersllc.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed astrophotographer and photojournalist Stan Honda, the National Parks Arts Foundation's Fall 2024 artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
Stan Honda is an experienced photojournalist who now works with natural landscapes — usually night-time panoramas — that fuse sky and earth. Based in New York-based, he worked as a photojournalist for 34 years including Agence France-Presse (AFP) (the French news agency) where he photographed news and sports in New York City and around the U.S., including the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the aftermath; post-war Iraq in 2003 and 2004. Stan was also the National Parks Arts Foundation artist resident at Haleakala National Park and Fort Union National Monument. More at https://stanhonda.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Get a Taste of November and Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
Celebrate the end of National Book Month and Family History with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring debut novelist Joanne Howard. Hear about her historical fiction debut "Sleeping in the Sun" that was inspired by her family history and shares the story of how unlikely friends uncover the cruel reality of British-led India.
Out now through She Writes Press, "Sleeping in the Sun" transports readers to the past where a young American and his Indian servant must face the reality behind a faithful family friend and the consequences of knowing this truth. It's a must-read for fans of "The Poisonwood Bible" and "The Inheritance of Loss." More at https://www.joannehowardwrites.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show, award-winning author Joseph Bauer discusses his new novel "Sailing for Grace." The book shares the story of how a man’s promise to his dying wife leads him into uncharted waters as he confronts the realities of immigration at the US-Mexico border.
Out now through Running Wild Press, "Sailing for Grace" explores the complexities of immigration and the effect current policies have on personal and family relationships. It's a powerful story of sacrifice and resilience, love, loyalty, and the unwavering pursuit of justice in the face of adversity. More at https://authorjosephbauer.com/
In celebration of National Book Month, this episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast Channel. Check out our network of shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Murder Mystery Fun on the Orient Express to Soaking Up the Views on Canada's Rocky Mountaineer, and Experiencing America on Amtrak, this episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel Podcast explores the world of train travel!
FEATURED GUESTS WHO ARE ALL TRAIN TRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS:
- BARBARA REDDING - Travel writer and photographer. See her story on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad: https://barbararedding.com/a-rolling-history-ride-in-durango/
- ROSE PALMER - Travel writer and photographer. See her train travel stories from Europe and England:
- https://quiltripping.com/luxury-without-murder-orient-express/
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https://quiltripping.com/merry-christmas-train-trip-a-british-pullman-day-trip-to-the-winchester-christmas-market/
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DIANE DOBRY - Travel, food, and wine writer. Follow her adventures at https://gettinghungary.com/ and http://discoverydaze.com/
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EVA ELDRIDGE - World Traveler, writer, and editor. More: https://evaeldridge.com/
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VICTORIA CHICK - Contemporary figurative artist and early 19/20th century print collector. More: https://victoriachick.com/
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DAVID KRISO - Travel writer and speaker at https://dektraveljournal.com/. Hear his interview about Amtrak travel: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-joys-of-amtrak-travel/
PLUS, we close the show with Steve Schneickert's Hollywood History segment covering Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in the historic California gold rush town of Jamestown.
Now weekly, Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville - Healing After Helene" Podcasts focus on the relief and recovery work happening post Hurricane Helene in Asheville, Western North Carolina, and beyond.
FEATURED GUESTS
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON "Mr & Mrs Wild," who cohost the show and own The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. See their GOFUNDME fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-asheville-bed-breakfast-hurricane-recovery
- SAVANNAH TRANTHAM - Co-Founder and Executive Director of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a nonprofit that coordinates wildlife rehabilitation efforts in western North Carolina by providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife, supporting the wildlife rehabilitation network, and offering conservation education to the community. More at: https://www.appalachianwild.org/
PLUS, HEAR HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT from:
- Australian singer/songwriter Dino Jag - https://dinojag.com/
- Stone Whiskey Band - https://stonewhiskeyband.com/
- Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours UK - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- Singer/songwriter Lisa Sniderman "AOEDE" - https://www.aoedemuse.com/
- Psychotherapist and author Jane Seskin - https://www.olderwisershorter.com/
- Arizona singer/songwriter Rachel Mari Kimber - https://freeyourspiritheal.wixsite.com/love
CHECK OUT OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT + LINKS TO ORGANIZATIONS YOU CAN SUPPORT + A COOL PLAYLIST OF MUSIC FROM THE MUSICIANS WHO SUPPORTED THE EVENT, HERE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
VISITING ASHEVILLE INFO:
OPEN ROADS & PLACES: https://always.exploreasheville.com/travel-advisory
OPEN PARKS - https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/parks-recreation/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Stephen Dees and Pete Hewlett of Novo Combo, the 1980s rock band known for their electrifying blend of rock and pop. Hear about their new album, 45 West 55th, and their reunion to make it happen.
Novo Combo founding members include Stephen Dees (lead vocals/bass), Jack Griffith (lead guitar), Pete Hewlett (vocals/guitar), and drummer Michael Shrieve, who is a Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductee for his mesmerizing 70s era drum work with Santana. Shrieve’s explosive performance with Santana, as a then 20-year old, on Soul Sacrifice at the original Woodstock, is widely regarded as one of the best live drum performances in rock history.
In the early 1980s, Novo Combo embodied a lively fusion of rock and pop; creating catchy, danceable tunes that captured the spirit of the era with their infectious melodies, punchy guitar riffs, and dynamic rhythms that captured the era's essence. Out now on digital streaming platforms and CD through their label WildRoots Records, "45 West 55th" offers fans a nostalgic yet fresh musical journey. Visit https://www.wildrootsrecords.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the fall exhibits and events you can experience at this Tucson landmark. Current exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's work include, "Roadrunners," "Enamel on Copper Paintings," and “DeGrazia’s Textile Designs for Fuller Fabrics.”
Along with the property's unique architecture and Ted DeGrazia's art, fall highlights include The Little Gallery that hosts visiting artists from the fall through spring, and, La Fiesta de Guadalupe in early December.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
Get ready for Halloween with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey and travel writer Jo Clark, plus, a special visit from Hawt Mamma Babushkah, and our annual airing of Steve Schneickert's Halloween Hollywood segment.
CHECK OUT
- Music Playlist “Ghosts & Devils, The Mysterious & Supernatural” on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/26s6hc59
- Melissa's "Freaky Fruits" and Lime Slime Punch Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fall-produce-trends-for-2023/
- Jo's Halloween Candy & Wine pairing suggestions: https://recipestravelculture.com/ultimate-halloween-candy-wine-pairings/
- Jo's Dracula Bite Cocktail: https://recipestravelculture.com/draculas-bite-cocktail/
- Jo's Chocolate Bark Recipe: https://recipestravelculture.com/chocolate-bark/
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features renowned entomologist and professor Barrett Klein, PhD who examines the phenomenon of how humans and insects relate on a cultural level in his new book, "THE INSECT EPIPHANY: How Our Six-Legged Allies Shape Human Culture" (Timber Press | Hachette; Oct 2024).
Our world would look very different if we didn’t have insects—not just because they’re pollinators who play a crucial role in our environments, but because they inspire so many aspects of our culture. “The spellbinding diversity of insects is complemented by a diversity of humans and cultures,” Klein says, resulting in boundless inspiration and innovation.
THE INSECT EPIPHANY explores the ways we use insects’ bodies (for silk, pigments, food, medicine), how we try to recreate them (for flight technology, architecture, social structures), and how we mimic them (for fighting, yoga, music, fashion). More at https://www.pupating.org/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 2nd and 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show begs you to answer, "What is Your Historic Jefferson Highway Experience?"
After all, so many people live in and travel through this historic corridor from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, USA, but don't realize they are experiencing it! So many memories have been made and now a new era of travel emerges on the highway. Join us in the Revival and Remembrance of this "Pine to Palm" Vacation Highway originally founded by the Jefferson Highway Association in 1915. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
FEATURED GUESTS
- ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, shares an announcement about the new digital Jefferson Highway Travel Guide, and talks about the October Military Vehicle Preservation Association's historic convoy on the highway from Minnesota to Louisiana.
- VICTORIA CHICK & KATHLEEN WALLS share their travel memories on the historic highway that span music and public art to historic lodgings, iconic swimming pools, and noteworthy sites.
- See Victoria's art article about Thomas Benton Hart https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-thomas-hart-benton-country/
- Keep up with Kathleen's books at https://katywalls.com/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
From Age Discrimination in Employment Act to the Family and Medical Leave Act, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs deciphers the "legalese" of some of the acts that pertain to employment law. Check out the list of acts and their meanings, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/legalese-whats-with-this-act/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
From Germany and Poland, to England, New Orleans, Salem, Connecticut, Virginia, and South Carolina, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast focuses on Women Who were Shunned as Witches Throughout in History.
FEATURED GUESTS
- MATT COST, award-winning author of history and mysteries, discusses the life and legacy of Marie Laveau, known as the "Voodoo Queen of New Orleans." More about Matt's books: https://www.mattcost.net/
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KATHLEEN WALLS, travel writer & author, talks about her visit to the Wizard of Oz Museum in Kansas, and Grace Sherwood, known as the "Witch of Pungo" in Virginia Beach. Check out Katy's story about her adventures in Kansas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/theres-something-odd-in-kansas/
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ARYN YOUNGLESS, a writer and genealogist, talks about witch panic and trials in the US and how to research any possible witchy family history. Read her blog post about it all here: https://genealogybyaryn.substack.com/p/i-danced-for-the-devil?
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BARBARA REDDING, travel writer, talks about how both Germany and Poland were superstitious about witches in the Middle Ages and how hundreds of poor women were burned at the stake due to no fault of their own. Follow Barbara's world travels at https://barbararedding.com/
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JO CLARK, travel writer and photographer, talks about Mary Ingleman, the main target of the witch trials that took place in Winnsboro, South Carolina in 1792. Keep up with Jo's adventures and podcast at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
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JUDY KARNIA, travel writer, talks about her "witchy" and "non-witchy" experiences in Salem, Massachusetts, known for its famous witch trials in 1692. Read her travel story, here: https://rovology.com/united-states/more-than-witches-art-and-history-in-salem-ma/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast features a new panel discussion every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Way Back When" Podcast Channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From bears fishing for salmon at Brooks Falls to the volcanic Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska.
At 3.4 million acres, Katmai National Park is a vast wilderness on the Alaska Peninsula, stretching from the Bristol Bay lowlands to the volcanic center of the Aleutian Range and to the coast of the Pacific Ocean. Known for its plentiful wildlife, dramatic geological features, and remoteness, the park is a land of spectacular scenic beauty. Read Debbie's story about her adventures in Katmai NP, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/bears-and-volcanoes-of-katmai-national-park/
New episodes of our monthly Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" Show are now weekly to focus on the relief and recovery work happening post Hurricane Helene in Asheville, great Western North Carolina and all areas affected including Florida (including Hurricane Milton recovery efforts), Virginia, South Carolina, East Tennesse, and Georgia.
FEATURED GUESTS
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON "Mr & Mrs Wild," who cohost the show and own The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- CINDY SMITH - Director of Development of the Friends of the WNC Nature Center. More: https://wildwnc.org/
- JAYDEN MARTIN - Spa Manager of Massage on Wheels & Asheville Massage & Bodywork (MOWAMB). More: https://www.ashevillemassagebodywork.com/
PARKS ARE NOW OPENING IN ASHEVILLE. See the list, here: https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/parks-recreation/
PLUS, HEAR HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT from:
- Anthony Corder of Tora Tora: https://www.toratoramusic.com/
- Recording Artist Joey Stuckey: https://joeystuckey.com/
- Multi-instrumentalist Marlon Cherry: https://marloncherry1.bandcamp.com/album/fever-dreaming-in-lo-fi
- Transformational Life Coach Shelley Whizin: https://shelleywhizin.com/
- Jon Dawson of Third of Never: https://www.electricforgiveness.com/
- Author Kimberly Hess: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
- Guitarist Pierre Bensusan: https://www.pierrebensusan.com/
- Poet Lauren Martin: https://www.laurenmartin.net/
CHECK OUT OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT + LINKS TO ORGANIZATIONS YOU CAN SUPPORT + A COOL PLAYLIST OF MUSIC FROM THE MUSICIANS WHO SUPPORTED THE EVENT, HERE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Judi Cohen, who discusses two European River Cruises that she experienced this year with Viking and Uniworld.
Passage to Eastern Europe cruise on Viking's Ullur took her through Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, and Serbia. See her story on IFWTWA's FWT Magazine site: https://fwtmagazine.com/remembering-my-mother-a-culinary-journey-with-viking-cruises/
Her Uniworld journey on the S.S. Victoria took her to Holland and Belgium. See her story in:
- Travel Life (pages 65-66): https://travellife.ca/travel-life-fall-2024/
- Canadian World Travller (pages 64-65): https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/68731000/canadian-world-traveller-summer-2024-issue
Keep up with Judi at https://travelingjudi.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Celebrate October being National Pasta Month with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth talks about all kinds of pasta dishes, and how to make her family-friendly recipe, Penne Pasta with Fresh Herbs & Parmesan. Check it out here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/penne-pasta-with-herbs-and-parmesan-cheese/
Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
Celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick. Hear how wilderness exploration and science converged with the assistance of art in the 19th century to spread the fame of that giant among trees, the Sequoia. Read Victoria's article about it all, including how art helped protect and conserve what is now Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-art-of-the-giant-sequoia/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
Celebrate October being National Book Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast Conversation that digs into the literary, plus, horse and dog, world of authors and writers, books and reading, libraries and bookshops, and the work that goes behind it all.
FEATURED GUESTS IN THE PANEL
MATT COST - Author of mystery & history at https://www.mattcost.net/
CHERYL LEUTJEN - Geologist, environmental law attorney an author of "Love Earth Now" at https://cherylleutjen.com/
KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer, and author of fiction and non-fiction at https://katywalls.com/ and https://americanroads.net/
CHRISTY WOOD - World champion horse trainer, and author of horse fiction and non-fiction at https://wdnhorse.com/
EVA ELDRIDGE - Travel and fiction writer, poet, and editor at https://evaeldridge.com/
CB WILSON - Award winning author of nine Cozy Pet Mysteries at https://cbwilsonauthor.com/
PLUS, author, writer and editor Clifford Garstang shares a bit about his busy book life of events and happens. Follow him at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses end-of-life celebrations, rituals, cultural traditions, and the unexplained.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
From France and Italy to Budapest and the Bahamas, this episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel Show features a panel discussion about Small Ship Cruising Around the World.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- SHARON K. KURTZ – Travel writer & photographer at https://sharonkkurtz.com/
Read her cruise stories:
https://sharonkkurtz.com/unveiling-the-charms-of-coastal-maine-on-a-historic-tall-ship/
https://sharonkkurtz.com/experience-the-romance-of-northern-italy-by-barge/
- ROSE PALMER - Travel writer and photographer at http://www.quiltripping.com/
Read her cruise stories: - https://quiltripping.com/european-waterways-la-bella-vita-cruise-review/
- https://quiltripping.com/quiet-luxury-in-the-french-countryside-a-burgundy-canal-cruise-review/
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https://quiltripping.com/luxury-sailing-holiday-in-greece/
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ELAINE A. POWERS - Author, conservationist, and biologist at https://elaineapowers.com/
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Read about her "Curtis, the Cirly Tailed Lizard" series inspired by her research cruises in the Bahamas: https://elaineapowers.com/my-books/curtis-the-curly-tail-lizard-series/
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DIANE DOBRY– Food, wine, and travel writer at http://www.gettinghungary.com/
- Read her story about her Viking River Cruise in Europe: https://gettinghungary.com/rolling-on-the-river/
Due to the recent devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the Southeast USA, and in honor of October being Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month and National Animal Safety and Protection Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show focuses on how to help pets, and grieving pet parents, after the hurricane disasters.
NON-PROFITS TO SUPPORT:
- https://www.humanesociety.org
- https://bestfriends.org/
- https://furkids.org/
- https://animalcenter.org/
PLUS, CHECK OUT BIG BLEND'S "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE MUSIC & BOOK EVENT + WEEKLY PODCASTS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast focuses on her recent visit to Santa Fe, New Mexico, known as The City Different.
From Museum Hill and the Botanical Garden to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Old Town Plaza area, Historic Walking Tours, and Hiking in Santa Fe National Forest, to the Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort, and more lodgings like The Sage Hotel and The Mystic, Linda shares what you can experience in this historic art, shopping, and recreational destination. Read her article about it all, here: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/linda-ballou-invites-you-to-experience-sensational-santa-fe-in-northern-new-mexico/
CATCH LINDA ON THE TRAVEL PANEL AT THE BOOKFEST, AN ONLINE EVENT. HER PANEL IS AT 11:45AM PT, ON SATURDAY, OCT. 26 - SEE: https://www.thebookfest.com/programming/
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
As of now, new episodes of our monthly Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" Show will be weekly to focus on the relief and recovery work happening post Hurricane Helene in Asheville, great Western North Carolina and all areas affected including Florida (including Hurricaen Milton recovery efforts), Virginia, South Carolina, East Tennesse, and Georgia.
FEATURED GUESTS
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON "Mr & Mrs Wild," who cohost the show and own The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- JAY SCHULZ - Retired Army Officer and owner of Spartan Photography known for his drone and aerial work (as seen in the podcast photo). More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/
PLUS, HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT from:
Steve Blaze of Lillian Axe Band - https://www.lillianaxe.com/
Sully & Kev of The Walk-A-Bout Band - https://www.facebook.com/walkaboutband1/
Hollywood Historian Steve Schneickert - https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/steve-schneickert-hollywood-history/
Lea Brovedani "Soul Journey Doula" - https://souljourneydoula.com/
Author Clifford Garstang - https://cliffordgarstang.com/
Singer-songwriter Pamela Bedwell - https://pamelabedwellandpke.com/
* Travel writer Jo Clark - https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
CHECK OUT OUR "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE EVENT + LINKS TO ORGANIZATIONS YOU CAN SUPPORT, & A COOL MUSIC PLAYLIST, HERE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healing-after-helene/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
From kayaking Cane River Lake to haunted houses and cemetery tours, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast focuses on fall family fun in Natchitoches, Louisiana, and features K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau and Jason Summerlin, co-owner of Dark Woods Adventure Park.
Open from March-December, Dark Woods Adventure Park is a family-friendly experience wit a variety of activities and attractions to enjoy, including Lost Treasure Mining Company, the Happy Easter Hop Along, the Dark Woods Haunted Attraction, and Dark Woods Christmas, plus, a mini golf course in development. More: https://www.darkwoodspark.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Mushrooom Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor. Hear about how to wash, prepare and cook different types of mushrooms, and how to make his roasted mushroom recipe.
CHEF IVAN'S MUSHROOM RECIPES:
- ROASTED MUSHROOMS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-mushrooms-recipe/
- ZINFANDEL STEAKHOUSE MUSHROOMS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zinfandel-steakhouse-mushrooms/
- MUSHROOM PROVOLONE BURGER: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr
It's all about Exploring Corning, Steuben County, and the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Hear all about the region's exceptional food and wine offerings, art and history experiences, outdoor adventures that include waterfalls and gliding, and unique lodging destinations that include hotels and bed & breakfasts.
LINKS TO JO'S STORIES COVERING STEUBEN COUNTY:
FALL IN LOVE WITH CORNING: https://recipestravelculture.com/11-reasons-fall-in-love-with-corning/
CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS: https://mainlymuseums.com/post/1295/corning-museum-of-glass-best-exclusive-exhibits-across-35-centuries/
* WINE PAIRINGS WITH MACARONS: https://recipestravelculture.com/wine-pairings-with-macarons/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about Horse Gear and Tack on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Hear about the gear differences between English and Western, and tack for Show versus Pleasure. Plus, all about clean and functional leather (not nylon), bits, spurs, pads and more.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer MaryRose Denton shares her celestial adventures in Cape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia, Canada. Hear about Paquette Lake, the Mica Hill Hiking Trail through the forest, the park's stargazing program and indigenous history.
Read MaryRose's article about her experiences, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-celestial-journey-in-cape-breton-national-park-nova-scotia
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features acclaimed author Christopher Brown who discusses his new book, "A Natural History of Empty Lots: Field Notes from Urban Edgelands, Back Alleys, and Other Wild Places."
A NATURAL HISTORY OF EMPTY LOTS is a genre-bending blend of naturalism, memoir, and social manifesto for rewilding the city, the self, and society. Through his keen examination of abandoned industrial sites, empty lots, and deserted agricultural land, Brown discovers that even in these so-called "ruined landscapes" nature's resilience shines.
Inspired by its unfailing persistence to return, Brown shows us how easy it can be to bring the wilds back to these damaged places and why it is critical that we do. Over the course of twenty years, Brown documented these liminal spaces, explored them with his son, and even built his home in Austin, Texas on a brownfield site bisected by oil pipelines.
Infused with Brown's deep love of nature and a constant sense of awe, A NATURAL HISTORY OF EMPTY LOTS combines field notes from Brown's travels with his personal story as he traverses the nexus of the city and the wilds. More at https://christopherbrown.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
Celebrate National Family History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History Show that features a panel discussion with avid family history researchers who share some of their genealogy journeys.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- GLYNN BURROWS - Family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. See: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- JO CLARK – Travel writer and photographer. See: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/ and https://recipestravelculture.com/
- LISA EVANS – Travel writer and author. See: https://writerlisa.com/
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG – Editor, writer, and author. See: https://cliffordgarstang.com/
- KIMBERLY HESS– Author of "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran.” See: https://unexpectedlifeofsarahbcochran.com/
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER - Singer/songwriter. See: https://hearjohnny.com/
- ERYNN LEIGH – Writer and author. See: https://erynnleigh.com/
- ANNA BARTKOWSKI – Author and family heirloom collector. See: https://annabartkowski.com/
- KATHLEEN WALLS – Travel writer and author. See: https://americanroads.net/ and https://katywalls.com/
When a young girl feels complicit in her own abuse, how does that thwart the adult woman?
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features debut author Melissa Connelly discusses her new novel, "What Was Lost."
Melissa Connelly’s debut novel comes after a long career in education. A finalist for the 2019 Montana Prize and at 60, she’s ready to share her first novel; a story about a 40-year-old woman who returns to her old hometown in Vermont and faces the past she was so desperate to forget. More at: https://melissaconnelly.com/
More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
From ablation to arrhythmia, this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast observes National Health Literacy Month (October) with a discussion on various cardiology terms.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Mary Grace Kauffman of Destination Gettysburg who gives a year-round overview of what you can experience in beautiful and historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.
Visit Gettysburg and Make Monumental Memories! Filled with welcoming residents and diverse experiences, this quaint town is filled with stories to tell. Discover how Gettysburg captures the imagination, stirs the soul, and continues to draw visitors from around the world to its hallowed ground and beautiful countryside. More: https://destinationgettysburg.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Celebrate Music Monday with episode of Big Blend Radio's A TOAST TO THE ARTS Show featuring Milwaukee-based producer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist Jim Eannelli who discusses his music and debut solo album, "Just Deserts."
Jim Eannelli has been in every sort of band from hard rock to synth pop; he worked with Rick Derringer on the Colour Radio record, played guitar, performed and recorded with both former BoDean Sam Llanas and the Shivvers, the ‘80s power-pop band that finally gained international recognition in recent years.
Dipping into a trove of original songs written over the years, Eannelli’s “Just Deserts” encapsulates his experiences in life as well as music. The songs are deeply rooted in his years as a member of diverse bands. Out now through Happy Growl Records, “Just Deserts” is available on web streaming and download services, and CD’s at local record shops and through Ebay.com.
Keep up with Jim at https://www.facebook.com/JimEannelli
Have you ever felt like you’re hiding behind a mask? Maybe it’s not a literal one, but a version of yourself you show to the world, crafted to fit in, to be accepted, or to avoid feeling vulnerable.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how to unmask the real you.Read her article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/are-you-in-hiding-unmasking-the-real-you/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Celebrate the Fall Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show that features a lively discussion on food, beer and wine, travel and events, family tradtions, and more.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER – Award-winning singer/songwriter and cohost of the Big Daily Blend show every 1st Sunday. See: https://hearjohnny.com/
- WARD HEINRICHS – San Diego employment attorney. See: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
- TIFFANY BERTRAM – Co-owner of Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs, Arkansas. See: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
- LISA EVANS – Travel writer and author of "100 Things To Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die." See: https://writerlisa.com/
- JO CLARK – Travel writer and photographer. See: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/ and https://recipestravelculture.com/
- CLIFFORD GARSTANG – Editor, writer, and author. See: https://cliffordgarstang.com/
- DIANE DOBRY – Food, wine, and travel writer. See: http://gettinghungary.com/, https://discoverydaze.com/, https://hungarianaquarian.com/
PLUS, CHECK OUT:
- Johnn Schaefer's Halloween Song "Who Put The Ghosts There?" on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8og6SKnABfw?feature=shared
- Big Blend Radio's "Hello October" Music Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6MsNG24qzf2BCmNDa5UWYv?si=50484a76675f4e44
- Jo Clark's Halloween Candy & Wine Pairing article: https://recipestravelculture.com/ultimate-halloween-candy-wine-pairings/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Robert Schueller of Melissa's Specialty Produce about their fabulous fall produce and specialty snacks.
Hear about Muscato Grapes, Pomegranates, and Chocolate Persimmons, all kinds of Winter Squash including Pink Pumpkins, Spaghetti, and Buttercup, plus, their delicious Baby Dutch Potatoes. Other fall favorites include Fruit-filled Crepes, Chile & Lime Seasoning, and Green Hatch Pepper Cashews. Check out Linda's article plus Melissa's recipe for Butternut Squash Casserole, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-bounty-of-autumn-exploring-the-seasons-finest-fall-produce/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
Learn more about Melissa's Specialty Produce: https://www.melissas.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Get a Taste of Fall and celebrate Football Season and October being National Cookie Month, Chili Month, Apple Month, and Dessert Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
From Hiking and Outdoor Adventures to Festivals, Shopping, Farm Fun and Seasonal Dining, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on How You Can Celebrate Fall in Tulare County.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include
- Holly Brown - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce, http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce, https://dinubachamber.com/
Plan your visit to Tulare County, at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Get ready to celebrate National Dessert Month and Come Over October on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the recent harvest at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine with pie!
CHECK OUT PEGGY'S RECIPE & PAIRING TIPS:
- Apple Blueberry Crisp Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-apple-and-blueberry-crisp-recipe/
- Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From hiking among towering coastal redwoods to experiencing a diverse culinary and art scene, and rich cannabis culture, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz, focuses on vibrant Oakland, California. Learn more about this dynamic city at https://www.visitoakland.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://wandertheworldwithsharon.podbean.com/
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as well as the regular brewery tours you can take in this beautiful and historic city.
Featured Guests
- Cliff Mori, owner of Brew-Ed Tours - https://brew-ed.com/
- Big Blend Radio regulars Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Extra Features & Links to Help
- Sausage Day: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-blend-radio-sausage-party/
- Music & Support Links: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/joey-stuckeys-alive-day-2024/
- Helene Benefit Concert on Monday, Noon EST: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio
TO HELP PROVIDE DISASTER RELIEF FROM HURRICANE HELENE:
– https://www.redcross.org/donate/dr/hurricane-helene.html
– https://appvoices.org/helene-relief/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com /
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Music Monday with this episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show, also featured on the Big Daily Blend Podcast, with Arthur and Kathy Lamonica, founders of the New York City band Rome 56. Hear about their new album "Paradise is Free" that's out now through Think Like a Key Music.
Decades after making waves with gritty NYC new wavers The Shirts, Arthur Lamonica proves he's still got the hooks on Rome 56's infectious new outing "Paradise Is Free." Recorded between New York and Amsterdam with his wife and longtime co-pilot Kathleen, this effortlessly catchy album shows Lamonica remains a master of fusing power pop, new wave and roots rock into retro-modern gold. More: https://rome56.com/
From apple picking to touring castles and bird watching, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows highlights some of the fun fall activities and experiences you can enjoy in England. Read his article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/visiting-england-in-the-fall/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" travel show. Check out our network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features science journalist and author Lisa M. Baril, author of "The Age of Melt: What Glaciers, Ice Mummies, and Ancient Artifacts Teach Us about Climate, Culture, and a Future without Ice."
Around the world, ice has preserved some of history’s most fascinating artifacts, such as the skeleton of an Iron Age horse, wooden arrows with bird-feather fletching, and even a baby mammoth. Yet, these incredible pieces of history were only discovered as the ice began to do what we all feared: melt.
Lisa M. Baril traveled all over the world studying ice and its effect on humans. In THE AGE OF MELT, she explores the shifting view that humans have long held of glaciers—from fear, to awe, to conquest. More: https://www.lisabaril.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 2nd and 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" and "Way Back When" podcast channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on Fall Events and Activities including the October Military Vehicle Preservation Association's Convoy.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association
Allison Zacharias of Travel Manitoba discusses Fall in Winnipeg, Canada. More: https://www.travelmanitoba.com/
Billy Sumner of McAlester Tourism discusses Fall in McAlester, Oklahoma. More: http://www.travelmcalester.com/
Derek Ricke of Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism talks about Fall in Park Rapids, Minnesota. More: https://parkrapids.com/
* Glenda Smith of at Visit Owatonna discusses Fall in Owatonna, Minnesota. More: https://visitowatonna.org/
PODCAST LINKS MENTION IN THE SHOW:
Natchitoches, Louisiana Fall Podcast: https://youtu.be/GHXEiv2--jA?feature=shared
MVPA Convoy: https://youtu.be/_bz_UIsqEso?feature=shared
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast focuses on women who have and do save lives.
FEATURED GUESTS
- GLYNN BURROWS, historian and owner of Norfolk Tours UK talks about nurses Florence Nightingale Edith Cavell, and author and animal advocate Anna Sewell. Read his article about these historic and noteworthy English ladies, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-english-women-who-saved-lives/
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SHARON K. KURTZ, travel writer and photographer, talks about Harriet Tubman who led approximately 70 enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Read here article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/harriet-tubman-a-legacy-of-courage-and-compassion/
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ARYN YOUNGLESS, a writer and genealogist, talks about the 1916 film called "Perils of Our Girl Reporters," which was about female reporters, including the famous Nellie Bly, who only ever published under the name "Girl Reporters" so they could tell the world about things such as women in asylums and sanitoriums, that would otherwise go unreported. Learn more about Aryn, here: https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/
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LISA D. SMITH, Big Blend Host, talks about cardiologist and best-selling author Dr. Jacqueline Eubany. Check out Dr. Jackie's "Doctor Insider" Q&A here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/doctor-insider-dr-jacqueline-eubany/
** Plus, hear about Anne E. Lowry's novel, "The Blue Trunk," that's based on her great-great aunt who was institutionalized in an insane asylum: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ann-e-lowry-the-blue-trunk/
From driving the infamous McCarthy Road and touring Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark to hiking forests and spectacular Root Glacier, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in remote Alaska.
Spanning 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St. Elias is the largest national park in the U.S. It’s a veritable mecca for adventurers and nature lovers and boasts lush forests, sprawling glaciers, and towering mountains, with dynamic rivers snaking throughout the landscape. Read Debbie's story and watch the video from her trip, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wrangell-st-elias-national-park-is-a-pristine-alaskan-gem/
Happy National Family Day! This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning author Francine Falk-Allen. A fan of genealogy research, Francine enjoyed uncovering her family’s history, and traced both her maternal and paternal ancestors back to the 1600s. She never imagined that one day she’d discover a jaw-dropping family secret.
Based on a true story, Falk-Allen’s “A Wolff in the Family” (She Writes Press, Oct. 1, 2024) is a riveting saga of prejudice, passion, and revenge. What mysterious scandals led a father to abandon his five youngest children—and the elder siblings to keep their shame a secret for eighty years? More at: https://francinefalk-allen.com/
This episode is featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend," "A Toast to The Arts," "Women Making History," and "Way Back When" Podcast Channels. Follow our Big Blend Radio Network of Shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with co-host Joey Stuckey, celebrates music that inspires, motivates, and makes us all feel good! After all, isn't music our emotional medicine?
This episode also kicks off Joey's Annual ALIVE DAY which we will celebrate on Big Blend Radio with select musical guests on Sept. 29, so stay tuned here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2zNDtr23NbGx4q90u3Ok0f&feature=shared
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
THIS EPISODE'S MUSIC PLAYLIST (please add your favorite song that you want listed in the playlist in the comments)
ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIxK_KiGglJ3GPAtCzTdcF5&feature=shared
ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4w1bGfyI3ju3MMSvl7Cstl?si=c30594aff39c4765
Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick focuses on the history of National Park Posters. These icon collectibles originated in the 1930s and early 1940s as part of the WPA Federal Art Project, which began as part of the effort to recover from the Great Depression. Read Victoria's article about the posters here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/history-of-national-park-posters/
And, as discussed in this episode, here's our interview with Robert Decker who discusses his park photography and posters: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/national-park-photographer-robert-decker
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
Celebrate the start of the colorful fall season on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast Conversation that digs into fall travel, food & drink, family traditions, along with some fun games and trivia.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- ARYN YOUNGLESS - Genealogist & writer at https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/
- JULIE DEE SUMAN - Travel writer & photographer at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/julie-dee-suman-travel-writer-and-photographer/
- JO CLARK - Travel writer & photographer at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
- RITA SEVER - Organizational trainer & author at https://supervisionmatters.com/
- MATT COST - Author of mystery & history at https://www.mattcost.net/
- SHARON K. KURTZ - Travel writer & photographer at https://sharonkkurtz.com/
Your loved one has passed away ... now what? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses how a death doula or end-of-life midwife can help the family after a loved one has died.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
It's all about Travel Insurance on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From missed flights to unfortunate accidents and stolen gear, Cheryl explains the type of trip you may want to consider buying insurance for, and how it can ultimately save your money while also bringing peace of mind.
Check out Cheryl's blog on insurance: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/08/14/travel-insurance-and-a-broken-ankle/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast is all about the scenic drives, historic highlights, and recreational opportunities you can experience along Colorado's San Juan Skyway.
The San Juan Skyway is a 236-mile loop through the most sublime scenery Colorado has to offer. The drive takes you through sage-littered plains up vibrant river valleys to lofty peaks streaked with snow and tops out at glacier cirques at 11,500 feet. Read Linda's story about her hiking and horseback riding adventures around this historic byway, making stops at Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Telluride, Ouray, and Silverton, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/flying-high-on-the-san-juan-skyway/
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
Celebrate Happy Cat Month (September) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on how to take care of our feline friends so that they are purrfectly entertained, well fed, healthy, and content.
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
Check out these helpful cat-related articles on the Trustedhousesitters blog: Check out these cat-related articles https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/search/?q=cats
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
Discover the Historical, Cultural, and Traditional Roots of Louisiana's Oldest City on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast with K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau. Hear about the historic sites, movie locations, and fun fall festivals, events, and activities the whole family can enjoy!
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jenna Tico, who discusses her new memoir, “Cancer Moon: How I Survived the Best Years of My Life.”
Organized through the cycles of the moon, "Cancer Moon" features Jenna's personal humor essays and poetry collection, and vulnerably and jovially guides readers through the turbulent twenties – aka the “age of wallowing.”
Jenna invites women to embrace this necessary phase of life, helping them understand their self-worth, sexuality, and empowering them to become who they want to be in the world. "Own your weird!" More at https://www.jennatico.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, filmmaker Mike Eisenberg discusses his latest documentary, THE PITCH: PATIENT SAFETY’S NEXT GENERATION, out now on VOD via Gravistas.
The future of health care belongs to the next generation. A follow up of the documentary "To Err Is Human: A Patient Safety Documentary" (2018) , "The Pitch" gives viewers a glimpse into the evolving role of technology in improving patient safety across medicine. Through expert interviews, real-world technology solutions, and one young innovator’s journey into the layered business of medicine, "The Pitch" showcases the immense effort required to break into the healthcare industry with new innovations, and the importance of collaboration between those inside and out of the medical space.
Watch the trailer, and find out where to watch the film, here: https://talltaleproductions.com/the-pitch-documentary
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Debbra Brouillette who shares her adventures aboard Windstar’s Star Pride yacht on their Mediterranean cruise, “A Piece of Greece, a Slice of Sicily, and the Corinth Canal."
Departing from Athens and ending in Barcelona, it included three ports in Greece, two in Sicily, and one in Sardinia. It also included a visit to Corfu, the setting for the series, "The Durrells in Corfu." Check out her travel guide that shares her experiences that included food, wine, and historic sites: https://www.tropicaltravelgirl.com/plan-a-windstar-mediterranean-cruise-food-wine-and-historic-sights/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Oct. 2-4, 2024) with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth loves to bring family and friends together to celebrate holidays, and the Jewish New Year is the perfect way to do that. Her recipes include some of the key ingredients that are customary to the two-day holiday, such as honey, apples, and chicken. See her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-recipes-for-rosh-hashanah/
Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Pepper Stetler, who discusses her new memoir, "A Measure of Intelligence: One Mother's Reckoning with the IQ Test."
Blending a mother’s love and dedication to her daughter with incisive historical and cultural analysis, "A Measure of Intelligence" investigates the origins and influence of the IQ test on our modern education system, questions how we define and judge intelligence, challenges its flawed foundation, and argues for a fundamental reevaluation of how we understand an individual’s perceived potential.
Pepper Stetler is an author, art historian, professor, and disability advocate who writes extensively on issues facing people with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. Learn more and buy her book at https://www.pepperstetler.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Show. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
It's all about The Chief Joseph Trail Ride on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with equestrian expert Christy Wood.
Christy Wood talks about her second 13-year circuit of the Chief Joseph Trail Ride, a progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC). A portion of the ride is completed each year, with the entire sequence taking thirteen years to complete. Its route traces, as closely as possible, the route Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce took while attempting to escape the US Cavalry in 1877. Her latest book, “Hoofprints Across Time: A Trail Ride to Remember," is a memoir about her experiences in the Chief Joseph Trail Ride. More: https://www.wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
Follow our Chief Joseph Trail podcasts: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-chief-joseph-trail-ride/
Imagine a luxurious escape, a hidden coastal sanctuary that’s very charming yet sophisticated. Could there be such a place? There is, and as travel writer Terrie Guthrie shares on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, it’s Watersound Club’s Camp Creek Inn on the 30A corridor in the Florida Panhandle.
Camp Creek Inn, opened in 2023, is a 75-room luxury boutique hotel that evokes thoughts of a sprawling elite country club. The attention to detail in the staff, grounds, landscaping, architecture, and decor is Southern, intentional, timeless, and inviting. Read Terri's article about it all, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/camp-creek-inn/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features author, professional coach, and organizational trainer Rita Sever who discusses the good, the bad, and the possible when it comes to human resources.
Topics of discussion include:
- What does a good HR department cover?
- What are some traits of a good HR person?
- When and how does HR not work?
- How does it impact staff when HR is not trusted?
- What is the best possible role of HR?
- What does HR need to do their best?
- What impact does effective HR have on staff, leadership, bottom line?
Rita Sever is a regular expert guest on Big Blend Radio. She is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features writer, author, and educator Joanne De Simone who discusses her memoir "Fall and Recovery: Raising Children with Disabilities through Lessons Learned in Dance."
Out on September 17, 2024 through She Writes Press, this raw and transformative book that captures how she used lessons of modern dance in her journey through motherhood with two children with disabilities.
Joanne De Simone is a graduate of Hunter College with degrees in dance and special education. After dancing professionally with companies including José Limón and Dianne McIntyre, she dedicated her life to teaching children with disabilities and supporting families. Currently, Joanne is a special education advocate for the Alliance of Private Special Education Schools of North Jersey. Her writing has appeared numerous publications and she is a contributing author to “Barriers and Belonging: Personal Narratives of Disabilities.” Joanne and her son, Sebastian, were instrumental in a legislative change allowing students with intellectual disabilities to participate in NCAA D3 intercollegiate sports.
Follow Joanne's blog, here: https://special-educationmom.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Show. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show features Marc Saltarelli, an award-winning director with work in both narrative and documentary filmmaking. Hear about his latest film, STUDIO ONE FOREVER.
A beacon of dancing and freedom for gay men looking for identity in a world that saw them as outcasts, Studio One was a haven and the blossoming center of nightlife in West Hollywood. From merging the gay community and Hollywood elites like Bette Davis and Jimmy Stewart to being at the forefront of the LBGTQ+ rights movement and the fight against the AIDS crisis, the venue was more than just a disco, it was a movement.
STUDIO ONE FOREVER, the untold story of America's iconic gay disco, world premiered at Outfest Los Angeles in July 2023 and was selected by over twenty festivals to date, garnering several audience choice awards. It was an Austin Film Festival jury award nominee for best documentary and won Best of Fest at the 2024 Palm Springs International Film Festival. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuHmJhq_LJI
STUDIO ONE - Coming soon to Theaters, VOD & BluRay:
September 13-19 - Landmark Sunset in West Hollywood
October 3rd - Laemmle NoHo - with Q&A
October 8th - Available on all VOD platforms
Full details at https://marcsaltarelli.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" Podcast. Check out our network of shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features debut author Ann Lowry who discusses her novel, "The Blue Trunk."
When Ann Lowry inherited an ancestor's blue travel trunk, she had no idea that this artifact was about to take her on a three-year journey of discovery. She was told that the trunk’s previous owner, a great-great aunt, had been institutionalized for insanity. Despite meticulous genealogy research, she was unable to uncover any facts about her and concluded that she must have spent her entire adult life in an asylum.
Lowry was inspired to write "The Blue Trunk" (Sept. 10, 2024, Koehler Books) to help reclaim her ancestor’s voice and shed light on these all-too-common institutionalizations. Seamlessly weaving historical fiction with contemporary life, Lowry’s tale explores identity, strength, and connection across decades. Visit: https://www.annlowry.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast observes National Atrial Fibrillation Month (September). Often called AFib or AF, which is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat that can increase your risk for stroke.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Taryn Scher who gives an overview of what visitors can experience year-round in Greenville, South Carolina....and why many visitors become locals!
From delicious food and drink to a charming Main Street, a bustling art scene, bike-friendly attitude, picturesque parks, fun-filled festivals, and sweet Southern hospitality, experience what turned "America’s Friendliest City" into one of America’s hottest destinations and one of The New York Times' "52 Places to Go in 2023". Yeah, that Greenville! Plan your visit at https://www.visitgreenvillesc.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Johnny Schaefer's new song "When It's Your Kid" as well as teen suicide prevention and the pressures youth face today. Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/CfqF8q1BgQc?feature=shared
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER - Award-winning singer/songwriter https://hearjohnny.com/
- LINDA CORELY - Emmy award-winning documentary filmmaker of "Parkland: Healing a Community and a Nation https://daydreamproductionhouse.com/
- GEOFFREY LEVIN - Musician, composer, singer/songwriter https://www.geofflevin.com/
- SUSAN HOLDER - Vocalist, Manager for Melissa Manchester
This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmaker Amy Nicholson who discusses her documentary "Happy Campers." The film chronicles the final days of a working-class summer colony in a scrappy trailer park that just happens to hold the secret to a rich life.
In a waterfront campground off the coast of Virginia, residents spend their summers living spitting distance apart in rust-bitten RVs. They chuckle about the modest rent they pay for a million-dollar location, but what makes them the luckiest people in the world is more than just stunning sunsets, it’s the community they’ve created.
Beneath cliched trailer park stereotypes lies an unlikely utopia where all are welcome. Neighbors help each other out, and share everything from power tools to simple pleasures. Loneliness and isolation are inconceivable.
When their affordable paradise is sold to developers, the residents brace for eviction and the loss of friendships that span generations. They hold tight to their final days in the sun. The well-heeled crowd that takes their place will never be as wealthy.
Learn more: https://www.happycampers.film/
It's all about Fun Times in LaGrange, Georgia on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark.
LaGrange is a small town in western Georgia filled with history and charm. Located halfway between Atlanta and Chattanooga, this destination has several historic homes and gardens to experience, as well as restaurants, bakeries, a winery, brewery, museums, and an old-fashioned Soda Fountain. Check out Jo article's about LaGrange and this online jigsaw puzzle of Hills & Dales Garden in LaGrange: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/have-fun-in-lagrange-georgia/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show features Thomas Miller, acclaimed aerial cinematographer who filmed Zion and Olympic National Parks for the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/z42Ph8A2Uh8?feature=shared
From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, each park presents its own cast of animal characters. NATIONAL PARKS: USA features a blend of wildlife weaved seamlessly with stories of rich culture, history and geological landmarks. In addition to illuminating each park’s beauty, set against the backdrop of dynamic wildlife, NATIONAL PARKS: USA reveals Indigenous stories from some of today’s tribes to link the past with the present, highlighting the importance these lands have had through countless generations and the need for these national treasures to remain for the future. You can stream the series now on Hulu: https://on.natgeo.com/3Qor0Ko
Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Featured images courtesy of National Geographic.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Jeff Reed, showrunner and cinematographer of the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, this five-part series features a blend of wildlife weaved seamlessly with stories of rich culture, history and geological landmarks.
As Jeff shares, NATIONAL PARKS: USA reveals Indigenous stories from some of today’s tribes, linking the past with the present, and highlighting the importance these lands have had through countless generations and the need for these national treasures to remain for the future. Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/z42Ph8A2Uh8?feature=shared
Starting Sept. 8, 2024, "National Parks: USA" Is available on the National Geographic channel on Hulu: https://on.natgeo.com/3Qor0Ko
Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" talks about her sailing adventures on an 8-day yacht club flotilla in the Puget Sound. Destinations included Poets Cove Marina in Bedwell Harbour, Ganges and the Salt Spring Marina, Telegraph Harbour, and Hornby Island.
Read Linda's article about her experiences, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/adventures-on-an-8-day-yacht-club-flotilla/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Jeff Reed, showrunner and cinematographer of the new National Geographic series, "National Parks: USA." Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/z42Ph8A2Uh8?feature=shared
From Zion and Yellowstone to Katmai, the Everglades and Olympic, each park presents its own cast of animal characters. This five-part series features a blend of wildlife weaved seamlessly with stories of rich culture, history and geological landmarks. Along with a discussion about the biodiversity in our parks, and the threats some species are facing, Jeff also talks about how they captured some of the incredible footage you can see in the series.
Starting Sept. 8, 2024, "National Parks: USA" Is available on the National Geographic channel on Hulu: https://on.natgeo.com/3Qor0Ko
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday, with expisodes througout the month, in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Images featured, courtesy of National Geographic.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features musician and composer Rachel Mari Kimber, the National Parks Arts Foundation's Fall 2024 artist-in-residence at Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona.
Rachel Mari Kimber is a musically creative artist from Wales, UK. She composes, sings, plays guitar and cello, orchestrates, harmonises, teaches, and produces, all from the heart. She also plays cello and sings for the band Black Forest Society, and also for Happy Joy Harmony. More: https://freeyourspiritheal.wixsite.com/love
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From local honey and Medjool dates to jalapeno peanut brittle and all kinds of salsas, relishes, and preserves, celebrate the sweet and spice of September with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pita-pockets-with-chinese-chicken-peanut-sauce/
Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
From the Dark Sky Festival to the Tulare Chamber Crush Party, a country fair and unique musical concert, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on early fall fun in Tulare County.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Holly Brown - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, and Cassidy Collins - Tulare Chamber of Commerce.
Plan your visit with these websites mentioned in the podcast:
- Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Tulare Chamber of Commerce: http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Big Blend Radio interview with painist Hunter Noack: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/classical-pianist-hunter-noack-in-haleakala-national-park/
Get ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2024) and International Grenache Day (Sept. 20) on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the start of the harvest season at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine wih spicy Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Check out Peggy's pairing tips and recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-mexican-fare/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com
Get ready for Halloween with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show that focuses on Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest, held Oct 25-26, 2024 at the Orange Peel and Burial Beer's Eulogy.
Featuring an array of iconic artists and genre spanning acts, exclusive pours from the area’s finest breweries, and hair-raising visual installations to set the mood for the southeast’s heaviest Halloween party! Check out the music line up and get your tickets, here: https://www.heavymountainfest.com/
Featured Guests are festival organizer Ray Worth, and Big Blend Radio regulars Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," "A Toast to The Arts," "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia honors two Hispanic US Military Heroes, Alfred Velazquez Rascon and Raul Perez "Roy" Benavidez.
ALFRED VELAZQUEZ RASCON is a retired US Army lieutenant colonel. In 2000, he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions as a medic near Long Khánh Province during the Vietnam War. On more than one occasion Rascon exposed himself to enemy fire and grenades by covering the bodies of those whom he was aiding with his own. In addition to Vietnam, Rascon also served as a medical officer in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
MASTER SERGEANT RAUL PEREZ "ROY" BENAVIDEZ was a US Army soldier who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his valorous actions in combat near Lộc Ninh, South Vietnam on May 2, 1968, while serving as a member of the United States Army Special Forces during the Vietnam War.
MIKE GUARDIA is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II." His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://mike-guardia-military-monday.podbean.com/
Celebrate Military Monday and Music Monday with this episode of Big Blend Radio that features professional theater writer, producer, and author Steve Wallis. Hear about "Hannah: The Soldier Diaries," a powerful story of love, loss, and hope that takes listeners through a theater-like experience, with an audiobook that immerses listeners in an emotionally charged narrative from the comfort of their own homes.
Wallis invites listeners to meet Hannah as she begins a relationship with Lance Corporal Jack Webb in summer 2012 and is quickly smitten. Hannah has to decide quickly whether to embark on a whirlwind affair or walk away, as the couple only has four weeks together before Jack has to return to the army to fight in the Afghan War. More: https://hannahthesoldierdiaries.co.uk/
Celebrate Youth Education with this "Back to School Party" episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast!
FEATURED GUESTS
- JOHNNY SCHAEFER is an award-winning singer-songwriter who joins us as cohost every 1st Sunday. Visit: https://hearjohnny.com/
- MARIA CHAMBERLAIN, who discusses homeschooling, is co-owner and innkeeper of The Inn at Oxbox Acres in Milan, New Hampshire. Viist: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
- JEFF NELLIGAN, author of "Four Lessons From My Three Sons: How You Can Raise Resilient Kids." Visit: https://www.nelliganbooks.com/
Listen to the Big Daily Blend, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
Welcome to the first quarterly episode of Big Blend Radio's "Life Lessons" Show focusing on lessons from Baby Boomers. After all, August is Boomers Making a Difference Month! in case you're wondering, Baby Boomers are preceded by the Silent Generation and followed by Generation X. So. people born between 1946 -1964 during what is known as the mid-20th century baby boom. This show features a panel discussion plus a solo expert interview segment.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Travel writer and photographer Jo Clark https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
- Organizational trainer & author Rita Sever https://supervisionmatters.com/
- Author and editor Clifford Garstang https://cliffordgarstang.com/
- Parenting author Jeff Nelligan https://www.nelliganbooks.com/
- Travel writer & author Lisa Evans https://writerlisa.com/
- Vocalist & composer Johnny Schaefer https://hearjohnny.com/
This episode is featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend," "Quality of Life," and "Success Express" Podcast Channels. Follow our Big Blend Radio Network of Shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Bridey Thelen-Heidel, advocate and teacher, and author of the memoir, "Bright Eyes: Surviving Our Monsters and Learning to Live Without Them," (She Writes Press, September 24, 2024).
A raw and immersive account of growing up alongside an abusive, narcissistic mother, "Bright Eyes" is an astonishing narrative of Bridey’s tenacious spirit, commitment to optimism in the face of unspeakable trauma, and dedication to breaking cycles of abuse. Learn more and pre-order the book here: https://bridey-thelenheidel.com/
Watch Bridey's popular TedX talk "ROB The Trauma: Steal Back Your Life," here: https://bridey-thelenheidel.com/tedx
In honor of National Beach Day (August 30), this episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel Show focuses on Beach Destinations and Family Memories. Enjoy the group conversation and individual segments that follow and share beach experiences from Tonga and England, to South and North Carolina, New Jersey and Long Island, Mississippi and Texas, and beyond!
GROUP CONVERSATION
- JO CLARK, travel writer and photographer, talks about her local beach community of The Grand Strand in South Carolina's Myrtle Beach area. Check out her Grand Strand travel guide: https://recipestravelculture.com/60-miles-beaches-make-a-grand-strand/
- DIANE DOBRY, travel writer, talks about her family vacations in Noyac Bay, close to Sag Harbor, Long Island. Read her story: https://discoverydaze.com/2021/11/15/sag-harbor-li-a-walk-through-history/
- JULIE DEE SUMAN, travel writer and photographer, talks about her family vacations in the Outer Banks region of North Carolina, and beyond. Visit: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/julie-dee-suman-travel-writer-and-photographer/
INDIVIDUAL SEGMENTS
- LISA EVANS, travel writer and author of "100 Things To Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die," talks about Ship Island in Mississippi. Follow her website for articles covering Ship Island and coastal Mississippi: https://writerlisa.com/published-stories-and-interviews/
- ROSE PALMER, travel writer and photographer, talks about her family vacations in Ocean City, New Jersey. Follow Rose and her travel adventures around the world, on her site https://quiltripping.com/
- SHARON K. KURTZ, travel writer and photographer, shares her beach and nature adventures during her winter visit to Port Aransas, Texas. Read her article about her trip https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-the-timeless-allure-of-port-aransas/
- GLYNN BURROWS, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, talks about the Beachs of England. Read his article about Walking England's Coastline: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-englands-varied-coastline/
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON, aka "Mr & Mrs Wild," are owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. They talk about their beach and whale watching experiences that go from Southern California to Tonga! You can hear even more about their whale watching adventures around the world, here: https://youtu.be/9ElVnSudQ7U?feature=shared
This "Medical Insider" episode of Big Blend Radio features author Marschall Runge, M.D., PhD, who is the executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine.
He earned his doctorate in molecular biology at Vanderbilt University and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine. He was a cardiology fellow at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He is the author of over 250 publications and holds five patents for novel approaches to health care.
As a Texas native who spent fifteen years in North Carolina and an avid thriller reader, Runge has experienced so many you-can’t-make-this-up events that his transition to fiction was inevitable. His debut medical thriller "Coded to Kill" is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.org.
More at: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/author-marschall-runge-md-phd/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs covers California's new Workplace Violence Prevention Act and why employers need to be aware of it, and most importantly put a plan in place.
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
This Big Blend Radio "Women Making History" Podcast Panel discussion features guests who share how they work to protect the environment and talk about women they admire who work to protect the earth. Hear about environmentally activist women (and girls) of the past and present who are skilled in writing and the arts, hospitality and tourism, wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, progressive end-of-life care, cultivating community and peaceful cultural traditions, citizen science, and so much more!
FEATURED GUESTS:
- LINDA BALLOU, travel writer, author, and podcaster. Hear her podcast about South America that also includes a segment about land conservationist Kristine Tompkins: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lost-angel-travel-adventures-in-south-america/
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MARIA CHAMBERLAIN, co-owner and innkeeper of The Inn at Oxbow Acres, a beautiful and sustainable Bed & Breakfast in Milan, New Hampshire. learn more: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
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SHARON K. KURTZ, travel writer and photographer. See her article about Christy Walton's eco-ranch Rancho Cacachilas in Baja California Sur: https://sharonkkurtz.com/authentic-adventures-at-rancho-cacachilas-baja-california-sur/
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EVA ELDRIDGE, travel writer and editor, talks about consumers who embrace environmentally practices in their homes and gardens like she does in Tucson, Arizona. See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/eva-eldridge/
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LEA BROVEDANI, trust expert and end-of-life doula, talks about green burials and women pioneers in this new eco-friendly technology. Visit: https://souljourneydoula.com/
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CHERYL LEUTJEN is the author of “Love Earth Now: The Power of Doing One Thing Every Day,” a candid, often humorous exploration that reveals her own imperfect journey toward living an eco-friendly lifestyle. More: https://cherylleutjen.com/
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ROSE PALMER is a travel writer and author. Read her article about Sadako Sasaki who survived the Hiroshima bombing but then died 10 years later from leukemia, and started the movement to make origami paper cranes as a symbol for peace: https://quiltripping.com/childrens-peace-monument-and-sadako-sasaki-stroy/
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JO CLARK is a travel writer and photographer who talks about Kelly Chigumbura of Zimbabwe, the head of THE BRAVE ONES who are women in charge of the protection and conservation of 11,000 elephants in Phundundu Wildlife Park. Check out Jo's article about her visit to Etosha National Park in Namibia: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/etosha-national-park-safari/
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ELAINE A. POWERS is a retired laboratory biologist who writes science-based children’s book and continues her work as a citizen scientist for iguana conservation, serving on the IUCN Iguana Specialist Group. More: https://elaineapowers.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her Colorado River running adventures through Utah's Cataract Canyon with OARS.
Cataract Canyon is a section of the Colorado River between Moab, above Lake Powell, and the Grand Canyon. The river flows through the heart of Canyonlands National Park, the largest national park in the state. In addition to superb whitewater, those who run “Cat” are rewarded with a sublime landscape and fascinating geology. Check out Debbie's article and podcast about her adventure, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/ride-the-wave-train-through-utahs-cataract-canyon/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Road Trip Radio" Podcast focuses on the fun places and experiences Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild" enjoyed on their Western Kentucky Road Trip with stops in Tennessee and South Carolina. Highights included JBJ's in Nashville, Casey Jones Distillery, a Caboose Farm Stay, Rock the Dam Festival, National Corvette Museum, Downtown Bowling Green, White Squirrel Brewery, Mammoth Cave National Park, and a Scott Stapp Concert in Greenville. Check out their article, map, and video here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/western-kentucky-road-trip/
FEATURED GUESTS:
- STEVE & KAREN WILSON own and run The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Montford Historic District in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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MARIAH HUGHES - National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where you can learn about the evolution of the Corvette—America’s Sports Car. More: https://www.corvettemuseum.org/
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CODY TURNER - Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, Kentucky who are known for their award-winning bourbon, barrel cuts, and shine. More: https://www.caseyjonesdistillery.com/
In honor of Women's Equality Day (Aug. 26), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show focuses on Sarah B Cochran, The Justice Bell, and Pennsylvania’s Women’s Suffrage Movement.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- KIMBERLY HESS - Author of "A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran." From expanding her company, to becoming a respected benefactor of her community, often rivaling the efforts of more well-known philanthropists such as Andrew Carnegie, this biography covering the life and legacy of "The Coal Queen," reveals the little-known story of a woman from American history who was constantly doing the unthinkable. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/author-kimberly-hess-a-lesser-mortal/
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AMANDA OWEN - Founder of the Justice Bell Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to educate, inspire and mobilize current and future voters. With programs for schools, a film about the women’s suffrage movement, and a public art Justice Bell replica, the Justice Bell Foundation is committed to highlighting women’s contributions in the struggle for voting rights and inspiring people to register to vote and become engaged citizens. More: https://www.justicebell.org/
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DAVID L. WOODRUM, alumni historian who provides another perspective of Sarah B. Cochran's philanthropy work.
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BERT SESLER is the organist at Asbury United Methodist Church in Uniontown. He plays the pipe organ that Sarah B. Cochran donated to the church in 1919 (as heard at the start of this episode).
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" and "Big Daily Blend" Channels. Follow our Big Blend Radio Network of Shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the latest exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's "Roadrunners" and "Enamel on Copper Paintings."
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
In honor of American Artist Appreciation Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND with co-host Joey Stuckey and author Kathleen Walls, celebrates America's music, musicians, singers, and songwriters.
Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Kathleen Walls is a travel writer author of numerous novels and travel guide books. Her latest book is "American Music: Born in the USA: A History of American Music," which is available on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/72t77d89
Keep up with Kathleen's books at https://katywalls.com/
Follow the show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/
Celebrate the Anniversary of America's National Park Service (August 25, 1916) with this podcast panel discussion on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- LISA EVANS, travel writer and author of "100 Things To Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die," talks about Gulf Islands National Seashore. Keep up with Lisa at http://www.writerlisa.com/
* See her Gulf Islands articles:
https://issuu.com/foodwinetravelmagazine/docs/favorite/s/15121604
https://playstayeat.com/2021/01/10/coastal-mississippi-play/
https://www.gonomad.com/153145-mississippis-coast
https://gypsywithadayjob.com/weekend-coastal-mississippi/?
- BOB & TIFFANY BERTRAM, innkeepers and owners of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas. View their Inn: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
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Learn more about Hot Springs NP: https://www.nps.gov/hosp/index.htm
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STEVE & KAREN WILSON, innkeepers and owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina, talk about the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. See the Inn: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Learn more about Great Smoky Mountains NP: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/index.htm
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MARIA CHAMBERLAIN and her husband Brian own and run The Inn at Oxbow Acres in Milan, New Hampshire. Hear about their state's only national park service unit, Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site. See the Inn: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
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Check out Victoria Chick's article about the famed sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/sculptor-augustus-saint-gaudens/
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GLYNN BURROWS is the owner of Norfolk Tours, a custom tour company in England. Learn more here: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
- Hear about England's National Park Service and parks, and see Glynn's article about them, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-englands-national-parks/
Celebrate the Anniversary of America's National Park Service (August 25, 1916) and American Adventures Month with this podcast panel discussion on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- JO CLARK, travel writer and photographer, covers Blue Ridge Parkway. Follow Jo's travels: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
* See her online Blue Ridge Parkway travel guide: https://recipestravelculture.com/blue-ridge-parkway-usa-favorite-drive/
- ROSE PALMER, travel writer and photographer, talks about her houseboat adventure in remote Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota. Follow Rose's travels: https://quiltripping.com/
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Plan your visit to Voyageurs: https://www.nps.gov/voya/index.htm
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JOHNNY SCHAEFER, award-winning winger-songwriter, talks about his honeymoon trip to Mount Rainier and Crater Lake National Parks. Keep up with Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/
- More about Mount Rainier: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/mt-rainier-a-mountain-paradise/
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Plan your visit to Crater Lake: https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm
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KATHLEEN WALLS, travel writer and author, talks about recent visit to Congaree National Park in South Carolina. Check out her story: https://americanroads.net/congaree-national-park-72624.htm
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ELAINE MASTERS, travel writer and author, discusses her visit to American Samoa National Park. See her photo gallery on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C3I7xIHB3X6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
** More of Elaine's National Park Stories:
https://www.tripwellgal.com/driving-four-western-us-national-parks/
https://www.tripwellgal.com/dancing-trees-of-redwood-national-park/
https://www.tripwellgal.com/visiting-us-national-parks-yosemite-valley-in-the-morning/
https://www.tripwellgal.com/dangerous-beauty-yellowstone-park-safety-tips/
Let's celebrate National Wellness Month in England! From yoga at an historic bed & breakfast to meditational walks on the beach, recovery retreats, and more, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows is all about Wellness Escapes in England. See his article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wellness-retreats-in-england/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
In celebration of American Adventures Month and the anniversary of the National Park Service (August 25, 1916), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show focuses on three NPS park units in New Mexico.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- TANYA ORTEGA, a photographer and the founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation, covers Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Learn more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
- VICTORIA CHICK, a contemporary figurative artist based in Silver City NM covers the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. Learn more: https://victoriachick.com/
- DEBBIE STONE, a world traveler and travel writer based in Santa Fe NM talks about Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Learn more: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/debbie-stone-travel-writer/
PARK ARTICLES & RESOURCES:
- CHACO CULTURE NHP: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/chaco-culture-national-historical-park/
- GILA CLIFF DWELLINGS NM: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/gila-cliff-dwellings-national-monument/
- CARLSBAD CAVERNS NP: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/explore-carlsbad-caverns-national-park/
Celebrate National Wellness Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast with Judy Karnia who gives an overview of forest bathing its benefits.
Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Judy Karnia is a travel writer, life coach, and nature therapist. As a forest therapy guide, she is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and leads walks to help people connect with nature, which can improve their physical and mental health. Learn more about her nature therapy and life coach work at https://karniacoaching.com/
Follow Judy's travel adventures at https://judykarnia.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 2nd and 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life," "Women Making History," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
If you love seafood and want to keep cooking to a mininum, how about making ceviche? This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, who shares how to make his easy mixed seafood ceviche. Check out the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mixed-seafood-ceviche/
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr
From the Colorado River, American River and Green River, to the Salmon River, Tatshenshini, and Pacaure River, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast covers six of Linda's favorite river experiences. You can read her article about her "river rat" adventures, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/confessions-of-a-river-rat/
Expanded essays on Linda's trips on the Green River, Salmon River, and the Tatshenshini, (also known as Raven’s River) are included in "Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler’s Tales." Sections of the story Tough Cookies in Costa Rica details her time on the Pacuare River. "Destination Deep Time" about rafting the Grand Canyon and a story about Georgie White the Wild Cat of the Canyon, winner of the Solas Award for Best Destination at Travel Tales publications, are included in "Lost Angel Unleashed: Stories from the Heart."
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
Celebrate American Adventures Month and the End-of-Summer with this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast. From the Cane River Zydeco, Big Foot, and Meat Pie Festivals to the Natchitoches Parish Fair and a new Corn Hole Tournament, Paige Alost and K. Nicole Connell of Natchitoches Tourism share what to experience at the end of August and throughout September in Natchitoches.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Dog Month (August) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that features Alison Rand, author of the contemporary memoir, "Walking Alison: A Poodles’s Mostly True Story of Helping Her Human Navigate Life."
The healing relationship between a dog and her human is at the heart of "Walking Alison." Chronicling their regular walks around her Upper West Side neighborhood, this big-hearted book describes the significant relationship between Alison and her wise, yet opinionated, canine companion known as Dea. Dea nudges her human to engage with the world and appreciate everyday magic, even in the face of hardship. From processing grief to recovering from illness, Dea sees it all—and with deep wisdom, gives insight that can only be gleaned from looking through the eyes of a beloved pet.
Alison's previous memoir, “A Place Called Grace,” follows her misadventures as she struggles to find her footing as an actress in New York and Rome, Italy. Keep up with her at https://alisonrandauthor.com/
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
Celebrate the end-of-summer with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who talks about cooking zucchini and shares how to make her recipe for Zucchini Stuffed with Rice and Meat. See her recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zucchini-stuffed-with-rice-and-meat/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
Celebrate National Pinot Noir Day with our Big Blend Radio "Winemaker Insider" Conversation with Dave Specter, who along with his wife Sara, owns and runs Bells Up Winery in Willamette Valley, Oregon.
After more than a decade of success as a corporate tax attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dave was emotionally and physically spent. Sara, a freelance marketing consultant and writer, convinced him to leave the profession and they turned the hobby that brought him joy—winemaking—into his new career. The pair had fallen in love with Newberg and Oregon’s Willamette Valley while on vacation in 2008, subsequently moving there in 2012 and establishing Bells Up Winery in 2013. The first wines were released Memorial Day 2015, coinciding with the opening of the estate winery/tasting room. The on-site production facility was built and equipped in time for 2019 harvest.
Bells Up is a micro-boutique winery that composes handcrafted, classically styled Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon with grapes sourced exclusively from its estate, and from micro-sites in the Willamette Valley and Eastern Oregon. The winery makes ~600 cases annually. More: https://bellsupwinery.com/
In celebration of American Artists Appreciation Month and the upcoming National Park Service anniversary (Aug. 25, 1860), this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick features photographer Tanya Ortega. Hear their discussion covering the Then & Now of Art and Artists in Parks and Public Lands.
Talking about the history of art and artists in parks, VICTORIA CHICK is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Victoria spearheaded the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center .
Read her articles about artists in parks: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/art-history-in-national-parks-and-public-lands
Visit Victoria's website: https://victoriachick.com/
* Learn more about the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/
Talking about "the now" of art and artists in parks, TANYA ORTEGA is a photographer and the founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation. NPAF is the only nationwide non-profit providing Artist-in-Residence Programs (AiR), Workshops, Exhibits and Museum Loans uniquely in cooperation with National Parks, National Monuments, State Parks, World Heritage Sites and other park locations.
Learn more about NPAF: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Check out Big Blend Radio's Interviews with NPAF artists-in-residence: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/national-park-arts-foundation/
WATCH FOR BIG BLEND'S special digital retrospective publication featuring Victoria's articles and NPAF's artist interviews. It releases on Aug. 25, 2024 in honor of the National Park Service anniversary (Aug. 25, 1860). Subscribe to our Big Blend e-Newsletter to get your copy: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/join-our-newsletter/
Big Blend Radio's "World of Art" Show with Victoria Chick airs every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://worldofart-victoriachick.podbean.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks Show with NPAF airs every 1st Friday. Follow the podcast: https://arts-parks.podbean.com/
Step into the Big Blend Party Bus with Priscilla the Sock Monkey and enjoy this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast that celebrates travel, nature and the environment, music and writing, food and drink (of course!), and so much more!
FEATURED GUESTS:
Johnny Schaefer - Sinegr-songwriter: https://hearjohnny.com/
Judy Karnia – Travel writer & nature therapy guide: https://judykarnia.com/
Maria Chamberlain – Innkeeper: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
Clifford Garstang – Author & editor: https://cliffordgarstang.com/
Cheryl Leutjen – Author & speaker: https://cherylleutjen.com/
Jo Clark – Travel writer & photographer: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Boone Froggett, lead singer and guitarist of OTIS. Kentucky born and bred, OTIS is a young, hard rocking quartet who performs and plays their exciting music like they’ve been around for 40 years. Hear about their music background, latest single "Last Fool in Line," touring, and shows.
Alongside Boone, John Seeley (bass), Alex Wells (guitar), and Dale Myers (drums), these tight-knit guys blend roots, blues, classic rock, soul, and, of course, Southern rock. While drawing inspiration from some of the all-time blues/soul greats. OTIS has created an original sound reminiscent of some of the great blues-rock/Southern rock bands.
The band latest single, "Last Fool in the Line," is a ferociously rockin’ song that was recorded in a live full band take at The Rock House in Franklin, Tennessee. The single was produced, engineered, and mixed by renowned Grammy Award winning musician Kevin McKendree (Brian Setzer, George Thorogood) and mastered by Ty Tabor of the acclaimed US rock band Kings X.
Keep up with OTIS at https://theotisband.com/
A small portion of America's historic tallgrass prairie is preserved in the Flint Hills of eastern Kansas and northeastern Oklahoma. Only about 4% of tallgrass prairie still exists and it is one of the most diverse biological environments on earth.
In celebration of American Adventures Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show features travel writer Kathleen Walls who shares her Tallgrass Prairie experiences touring the Flint Hills Discovery Center and Konza Prairie Biological Station in Kansas. Read her story, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/flint-hills-tallgrass-an-amazing-ecosystem/
Kathleen Walls is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways at https://www.americanroads.net/. She is also an author. See her books at https://katywalls.com/
This podcast is also shared on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Nature Connection" shows. Keep up with Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Wellness Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast. Hear about fun and healthy habits that can create routines that reduce stress, boost energy, and improve one's overall wellbeing.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday at 12pm PST. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
From sampling local brews and ice cream to hiking and bicycling, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Association features Aaron Jumper of Visit Cumberland Valley who shares what you can experience year-round in this beautiful region of southcentral Pennsylvania.
You're guaranteed a memorable getaway in Cumberland Valley where you can dine, play, and explore as you seamlessly travel rural back roads between charming downtowns and serene landscapes. Experience outdoor adventure, discover the region's rich history, find seasonal festivals, savor an abundance of locally-made food, sip delightful craft beverages, and shop for the perfect souvenir at inviting boutiques. Plan your visit here: https://www.visitcumberlandvalley.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Photos courtesy of Visit Cumberland Valley
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning author Kelly Vincent who re-imagines their teenage years in their empowering series “The Art of Being Ugly," a compelling story of a teen grappling with their gender identity.
The anticipated finale, “Ugliest,” (KV Books LLC, August 13, 2024) is a necessary and impactful commentary on the struggles LGBTQ+ teens face amidst a hyper-conservative landscape threatening the rights of queer people. Sharing the plight of those too often silenced, author Kelly Vincent opens the door to understanding and empathy. More: https://kellyvincent.net/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning author Matt Cost who discusses "City Gone Askew," the latest novel in his "A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery" series.
"City Gone Askew" takes us back to Brooklyn in the Roaring '20s and Hungarian private eye, 8 Ballo, who is hired by Theda Lazar Vogel to prove that her husband was murdered. His colorful cast of friends returns, as well as legendary figures such as Dorothy Parker, Coleman Hawkins, Bugsy Siegel, and Lucky Luciano.
More about Matt Cost and his books: https://www.mattcost.net/
We're going on a wildlife safari through Etosha National Park in Namibia on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark.
Etosha is the largest salt pan in Africa, and is Namibia’s largest wildlife sanctuary that's home to a wide variety of birdlife as well as lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, two different zebras, hyenas, springboks, elands, Black and White rhinos, and the elusive leopard. Read Jo's article about her experience here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/etosha-national-park-safari/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about foals, fillies, and colts on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Topics of is discussion include breeding, foal prep, birth assistance, post-birth care.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection," and "Nature Connection" podcast channels.
This episode of Big Blend Radio shares the story of Fay Fuller, the first woman to climb Mount Rainier in Washington. She first reached the summit on August 10, 1890, and climbed the mountain again in 1897. Read by Big Blend Radio host Lisa D. Smith, from this story: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/climbing-above-paradise/
This episode is featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend," "Women Making History," "Way Back When," and "Parks & Travel" Podcasts. Check out the Big Blend Radio Network of Shows, here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
From Castles and Roman City Walls to the lively capital city of Cardiff, Snowdonia National Park, and the Wales Coastal Path, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA travel writer Barbara Redding focuses on what you can experience in Wales.
On a recent visit to Wales, Barbara quickly discovered that this small country of 3.2 million people is rich in historic castles and fortresses, natural wonders, crescent beaches, coastal trails, vibrant cities with Michelin-recommended restaurants, and more sheep than Scotland. Read her article abut her experiences, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wales-rich-in-castles-natural-wonders-and-the-lively-capital-of-cardiff
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features acclaimed climate and environmental scientist Rob Jackson who discusses his new book, "Into the Clear Blue Sky: The Path to Restoring Our Atmosphere."
There aren’t many climate books that are clear-eyed about the enormity of the challenges before us and also optimistic. "Into the Clear Blue Sky" manages to reframe climate solutions in a narrative of optimism by focusing on the incredible innovators paving a new path forward. More at: https://robjacksonbooks.com/
Rob Jackson is the Chair of the Global Carbon Project, a Senior Fellow at Stanford’s Woods Institute for the Environment and Precourt Institute for Energy, and a professor of earth science at Stanford University. Through global scientific leadership and groundbreaking research, communications, and policy activities, Jackson’s work has reduced millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions and improved human health, safety, and air and water quality. One of the top five most-cited climate and environmental scientists in the world, he has authored more than 400 peer-reviewed publications, and his research has been covered in many outlets, including The New York Times, Scientific American, and The Washington Post.
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
It's National Family Fun Month which offers us all a good reason to deep dive into our Family History! Spending time with grandparents, aunts and uncles or cousins? Maybe ask them about some of those forgotten family stories and then follow up on them.
Today's episode of Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History Show features genealogist and writer Aryn Youngless who specializes in piecing together ancestry mysteries and crafting keepsake family history books. She combines genealogy research with a passion for telling captivating stories. More at https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/
Celebrate the end of summer with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear what's happening in the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wines with fruit. Check out Peggy's pairing tips and fruit recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-fruit/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From the Pisgah National Forest and Great Smoky Mountain National Park to Wellness Retreats and Foodie Fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show celebrates the month of August as American Adventures Month.
Featured Guests are Big Blend Radio regulars Steve & Karen Wilson, owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, focuses on the Battle of Okinawa.
Codenamed "Operation Iceberg," the Battle of Okinawa was the bloodiest battle of the Pacific War. It was fought on the island of Okinawa by US Army and US Marine Corps forces against the Imperial Japanese Army.
Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II." His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
@MikeGuardiaAuthor appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://mike-guardia-military-monday.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on the Importance of Setting Healthy Boundaries. It’s not just about saying “no” or protecting your time; it’s about honoring your values, fostering mutual respect, and creating space where our humanity can flourish.
Read Shelley's article on how setting healthy boundaries can lead to more authentic and fulfilling relationships, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-setting-healthy-boundaries/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Noreen Ring, Secretary on the Board of Directors at Dorland Mountain Arts Colony in Temecula, California.
Offering a serene and picturesque sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and tourist activities, this unique residency program provides artists with the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature, focus on their craft, and connect with like-minded individuals. With its rich history, breathtaking views, and supportive community, Dorland Mountain Arts Colony is a haven for creatives looking to rejuvenate their artistic spirit and explore the boundless possibilities of their craft. Read Linda's article about Dorland, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/affordable-artist-residency-dorland-mountain-arts-colony/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "A Toast to The Arts & Parks" Podcast features National Parks Arts Foundation artists-in-residence Carissa "Lucky" Garcia and Chelsea Bighorn.
Carissa “Lucky” Garcia is an Indigenous/Chicana writer, poet, performing artist, community organizer, anti-oppression educator and Indigenous Justice advocate. Her NPAF residency was in Chaco Culture National Historical Park in Northern New Mexico. Hear her initial interview about her writing and poetry, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/poet-carrisa-garcia-goes-to-chaco/
A mixed media artist, Chelsea Bighorn’s work is the result of her combining traditional Native American design with elements from her Irish American heritage. Her NPAF residency was in Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona. Hear her initial interview about her art, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/artist-chelsea-bighorn-in-saguaro-national-park/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation’s unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From good old-fashioned peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to avocado toast with crispy bacon and a splash of salsa, celebrate National Sandwich Month and Panini Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pita-pockets-with-chinese-chicken-peanut-sauce/
Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
Celebrate American Adventures Month in Tulare County, California! From park adventures and downtown public art and walking tours to concerts, fairs and festivals, museums, and where to shop, eat and play, it's all about end-of summer family fun on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, and Cassidy Collins - Tulare Chamber of Commerce.
Plan your visit with these websites mentioned in the podcast:
- Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Tulare Chamber of Commerce: http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Big Blend Radio interview with painist Hunter Noack: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/classical-pianist-hunter-noack-in-haleakala-national-park/
From organ donor leave to voting leave, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses California's various laws regarding Workplace Leave of Absence. Read his article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-workplace-leaves-of-absence/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
Celebrate World Ranger Day with this “From the Vault” Big Blend Radio interview with Jim and Gayle Sleznick. We recorded this conversation onsite in late spring 2015, on a visit to San Benito County, Central California, the eastern gateway destination to Pinnacles National Park. It only took a few minutes to find out that they have one incredible life story to tell about living and working in various National Park units.
Gayle’s park story begins in Death Valley, where her father worked, and where her mother had to travel out to Riverside, California to give birth to her. Jim’s park story started when he was a teenager, on family vacations in parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone. His park career began with a summer job in Crater Lake, where he met Gayle. They married when he began his full-time park ranger job in Lake Mead. Together for over 55 years, they lived and worked in several parks including the Gila Cliff National Monument, Virgin Islands National Park, Yosemite National Park, Lava Lake Volcano National Park, and beyond.
Jim eventually retired from Pinnacles National Park, and they moved about 45 minutes northwest of the park, to the historic village of San Juan Bautista, which is on the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. They helped to create the local Anza Trail, a beautiful hiking trail that overlooks the valley. We recently learned that Jim passed away at the age of 91, on April 21, 2024. May he rest in peace. Our hearts go out to Gayle and his family. He is missed.
Best-selling and award-winning author Mike Nemeth returns to Big Blend Radio's "A Toast to The Arts" Show to discuss his latest young adult novel, "A Tissue Full of Lies."
Set in a time when political leaders were brazenly assassinated, inalienable civil rights had to be guaranteed by legislation, race riots disfigured the American landscape, and a controversial war shaped social consciousness, the blue collar Kovacs family struggled to achieve the American Dream.
"A Tissue Full of Lies" is a coming-of-age story that defines the Baby Boomer generation. It's also lead character Eddie Kovacs' origin story and the prequel to the novel, "The Two Lives of Eddie Kovacs." More: https://mikenemethauthor.com/books/a-tissue-of-lies/
Celebrate Music Monday with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "A Toast To The Arts" Show featuring drummer Martin Fitzgibbon who discusses his memoir, "Behind The Curtain, My Life and Rocky Horror." In it, Fitzgibbon reveals for the first time his closely guarded secrets and unique insights into how the show and its participants became an overnight success and created a cultural phenomenon that 50 years later still reverberates around the world. The book is out now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Curtain-Life-Rocky-Horror/dp/180381652X
Musician, songwriter, singer and author Martin Fitzgibbon has worked in almost every musical genre, in many parts of the world, while pursuing his craft. The drummer in the original production of The Rocky Horror Show, which premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in London alongside Tim Curry and Richard O’Brien, among others, Fitzgibbon continues to perform and is currently preparing to record a solo album.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's "Cabeza de Vaca" collection.
The story of the ill-fated Spanish expedition is told in this collection that includes sketches, watercolors, oils and enamels. DeGrazia read extensively about the adventures of the Spanish explorer Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca, known as the first non-Native American to travel into what are now the states of Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. Learn more and have fun with the online jigsaw puzzle of DeGrazia's Cactus Painting from the collection: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/artist-ted-degrazias-cabeza-de-vaca-collection/
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows, he shares some of the historic and recreational highlights not to be missed in Stratford-Upon-Avon in England. Read Glynn's article about his visit to the birthplace of William Shakespeare, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-stratford-upon-avon-shakespeares-birthplace/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm2IK_1Zfh-xJ9eEVYhqqC3Z
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Celebrate National Culinary Arts Month and Foodie Friday with this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor. From color and composition to texture and ingredient choices, Chef Ivan shares tips and techniques on how to artfully plate food just like a chef!
Links to Topics Discussed on this Episode:
- Chef Ivan Flowers Teaches Youth: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/youth-in-the-kitchen/
- The Rise & Fall of Charlie Trotter: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/love-charlie-the-rise-and-fall-of-chef-charlie-trotter/
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the Military Vehicle Preservation Association's epic upcoming convoy on the Jefferson Highway. Held October 1-31, 2024, the convoy will run from Minnesota to Louisiana. Learn more: https://www.mvpa.org/convoys
Featured guests are Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association, and MVPA Convoy organizers Chuck Toney and John Varner.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features photographer Steve Piacente, a reporter turned speechwriter, university professor, author, and life coach. You'll rarely find him without a camera is always at his side.
Hear about his photography, what and who inspires him, his world travels, and more, plus, check out his editorial Q&A with us here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/photographer-insider-steve-piacente/
Visit Steve's online gallery: https://www.piacentephotos.com/
Celebrate National Pioneer Day with today's episode of Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast that focuses on Pioneering Women of the Past & Present.
FEATURED GUESTS
- GLYNN BURROWS, historian and owner of Norfolk Tours UK talks about social reformer Octavia Hill. Read his article about her: https://tinyurl.com/mr2chjv7
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LINDA BALLOU, travel writer and author, talks about equestrian explorer Isabella Bird, the inspiration behind her novel, "Embrace of the Wild." More: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
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KIMBERLY HESS, genealogist and author, talks about philanthropist Sarah B. Cochran "The Coal Queen," the subject of her biography, "A Lesser Mortal" which is available on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/43a5hsfa
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SHARON K. KURTZ, travel writer and photographer, talks about Alaskan frontier woman Fannie Quigley. Sharon wrote about her in "History Magazine." Read her story here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxb7shd
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KATHLEEN WALLS, travel writer and author, talks about country singer Patsy Cline, who she wrote about in her book, "American Music: Born in the USA - A History of American Music," which is available on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/44znn8ut
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ELAINE MASTERS, travel writer and author, talks about renaissance woman Eileen Gregory who created a sustainable luxury getaway that showcases art, local wines, and more in Guadalupe Valley, in Baja California, Mexico. Read Elaine's story about her visit here: https://tinyurl.com/yccanc4h
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JO CLARK, travel writer and photographer, talks about ranchers and restaurateurs Carla George and Connie Hale, The Buffalo Gals of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Read her story on them: https://tinyurl.com/3wf4jn6u
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JOHNNY SCHAEFER, composer and vocalist, spotlights Teresa Tudury, an acclaimed singer-songwriter, comedienne, and host of the radio show "Live From the Doublewide." Learn more about her at https://teresatudury.com/ and keep up with Johnny at https://hearjohnny.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast airs daily, with new panel discussions every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast covering her recent visit to remote Isle Royale National Park in Michigan. Isle Royale is one of the most remote and least-visited national parks in the country, averaging twenty to thirty thousand visitors annually.
Established as the nation’s 25th national park in 1940, Isle Royale sits in the northwestern portion of Lake Superior and preserves more than 130,000 acres of land designated as wilderness. The park consists of one large island surrounded by over 450 smaller islands and encompasses 850 square miles. This includes submerged land, which extends four-plus miles out into the largest freshwater lake in the world. Check out Debbie's article and video feature, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/experience-the-allure-of-the-wild-at-michigans-isle-royale-national-park/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel Show features Chuck Wustman & Mikelyn Martin-Wustman, owners and innkeepers of The Bird & Butterfly Inn. Hear their backstory on how they became innkeepers and all about this beautiful property that's located in Jasper, East Texas.
Situated on eight wooded acres on the Angelina River and near the Angelina National Forest, The Bird & Butterfly Inn is a lovely river retreat and getaway destination where you can unwind in the serenity of nature. The Inn is a stunning wedding venue, a fun and relaxing stay for a family reunion, a great space for a corporate training event, or a romantic and unhurried weekend escape. Visit: https://thebirdandbutterflyinn.com/
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her family recipe for Strawberry Sherbet. This recipe is so easy and versatile, you can make it with all kinds of fruits, or even a refresh ice tea or coffee flavor! Check out the recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/strawberry-sherbet/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
From Arizona and New Mexico to Virginia, Kentucky, and North Carolina, this special episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick features a panel discussion covering Art Destinations Across America.
FEATURED GUESTS & DESTINATIONS
- VICTORIA CHICK is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She talks about Silver City as an art destination, as well the Southwest Regional Museum of Art & Art Center. Links to Visit: https://www.southwest-art-museum.org/ and https://victoriachick.com/
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CLIFFORD GARSTANG is the author of six works of fiction and lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Hear about the art connection in his short stories and books, as well as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond. Links to Visit: https://vmfa.museum/ and https://cliffordgarstang.com/
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ROSE PALMER is an award-winning travel writer and photographer based in Pennsylvania. She is the publisher of Quiltripping.com. Hear about the art in Paducah, Kentucky and read her story about this UNESCO Creative City, here: https://quiltripping.com/pilgrimage-to-paducah-2/
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STEVE & KAREN WILSON are innkeepers and owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast that's located in the heart of the Montford Historic District in Asheville, North Carolina. Hear about Beer City USA's popular River Arts District. Links to Visit: https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/ and https://www.lion-rose.com/
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SHARON K. KURTZ is an award-winning travel writer and photographer based in Austin, Texas. Hear about the new Wonderspaces Austin that features an immersive and interactive art show along with a full bar serving signature cocktails. Links to Visit: https://austin.wonderspaces.com/ and https://sharonkkurtz.com/
An Author, a Travel Writer, Two Musicians, and a Death Doula Walk Into a Bar....
Step into The Wiggie Butt Club and enjoy this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast that celebrates the month of July with a fun conversation that covers speakeasy culture, bucket list travel, music, books and writing, cocktails, and so much more!
FEATURED GUESTS:
Author Matt Cost - https://www.mattcost.net/
Travel writer & photographer Jo Clark - https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
Death Doula Lea Brovedani - https://souljourneydoula.com/
Musician, songwriter & producer Joey Stuckey - https://joeystuckey.com/
* Vocalist & composer Johnny Schaefer - https://hearjohnny.com
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea discusses the importance of Letting Go to have a Peaceful End-of-Life. Letting go doesn't mean giving up. As we approach our final years, we let go of unrealistic expectations of others, of material possessions, of anger, jealousy, and other emotions that don't serve us.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" she discusses her novel “Wai-nani - A Voice from Old Hawaii.”
Through Wai-nani's eyes, experience the Hawaiian society as it existed when Captain James Cook arrived at Kealakekua Bay in 1779; ride the billowing seas with Eku, the wild dolphin she befriends; learn why she loved the savage, conflicted ruler, Makaha; walk with her as she defies ancient laws and harsh taboos of the Island people; share the love she received from all who knew her and learn how she rose to become the most powerful woman in old Hawai'i. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wai-nani-a-voice-from-old-hawaii/
View Linda's Wai-nani Wayfinder video: https://youtu.be/rksKsDNtK6Y?si=CoHQDNNdsQWENrB_
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/
and learn more about her books, including "Wai-nani" at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
NOTE: The "Wai-nani" audiobook is currently unavailable.
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
Featured music on this episode is “Hi’ilawe” by Makana. http://makanamusic.com/
Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer, Parks & Rec Month, Picnic Month, Family Reunion Month, and more on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast.
From Zydeco and Meat Pie Festivals to cruising Cane River Lake and exploring Cane River Creole National Historical Park, K. Nicole Connell of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau talks about the various multigenerational experiences this beautiful and historic destination offers.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Insider" spotlight features Clifford Garstang, author of six works of fiction including the novels “The Last Bird of Paradise,” “Oliver’s Travels,” and “The Shaman of Turtle Valley,” and the short story collections “House of the Ancients and Other Stories,” “What the Zhang Boys Know,” and “In an Uncharted Country.” He is also the editor of the acclaimed anthology series, “Everywhere Stories: Short Fiction from a Small Planet.” A former international lawyer, he lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
Check out Clifford Garstang’s answers to our 10 Author Insider Questions about his writing career: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/author-success-insider-clifford-garstang/
Keep up with Clifford at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast features award-winning author and journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine who discusses her new book, "Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs."
Full of illustrative cases and thoughtful insights to support dog welfare and inspire your own pet parenting journey, "Tender Paws" explores parallels between human and canine research; delves into attachment theory, the effects of trauma, parenting styles, and sensory issues; and offers strategies that meet the needs of all dogs — often in unexpectedly simple ways. Out now, "Tender Paws" reveals why love alone isn’t always enough and how evidence-informed parenting practices can help. More: https://www.wendylsunshine.com/
Big Blend Radio's PET CONNECTION Show is cohosted by Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast Channel. Follow the "Pet Connection" podcast at https://pet-connection.podbean.com/
We're going to the Blue Ridge Mountains on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. From beer and moonshine to museums and rock churches, hear about Riner, Radford, Roanoke, and Rocky Mount. They are all an easy day trip from each other, with the Blue Ridge Parkway nearby. Read Jo's article about these historic towns here: https://recipestravelculture.com/4-rs-blue-ridge-mountain-towns/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about how to read and understand your horse's energy and emotions on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection," and "Nature Connection" podcast channels.
From the Oz Museum and the Ad Astra Missile Silo to the World's Largest Belt Buckle and the World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA travel writer Kathleen Walls focuses on interesting oddities and roadside attractions in Kansas. Read Kathleen's article about it all here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/theres-something-odd-in-kansas/
Kathleen Walls is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways at https://www.americanroads.net
A member of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, her articles and photographs have appeared in numerous magazines and online publications.
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month and National Forest Week with this episode of Big Blend Radio that was recorded onsite with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners and innkeepers of the The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the heart of the Montford Historic District in Asheville, North Carolina.
Hear about author Wilma Dykeman and Jean Webb who worked to protect and preserve the French Broad and Swannenoa Rivers and the Asheville parks connected with the rivers on a 17-mile green path. Learn how Edith Vanderbilt honored her late husband's wishes of selling an 86,000-acre tract of the Biltmore Estate to create Pisgah National Forest, one of the first national forests east of the Mississippi River. And, find out about the Daughters of the American Revolution who planted 50,000 Spruce Trees to create the Jubilee Memorial Forest within the Pisgah National Forest on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
RESOURCE LINKS:
The Lion & The Rose B&B: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Wilma Dykman Legacy: https://www.wilmadykemanlegacy.org/
Wilma Dykman Greenway: https://www.ashevillenc.gov/news/park-views-wilma-dykeman-greenway/
Jean Webb Park: https://www.ashevillenc.gov/news/park-views-ashevilles-riverfront-parks/
Asheville Greenworks: https://www.ashevillegreenworks.org/
Biltmore - America's Foresty Legacy: https://www.biltmore.com/blog/biltmore-the-birthplace-of-american-forestry/
* Jubilee Memorial Forest: https://www.ourstate.com/north-carolinas-forgotten-forest/
This episode is featured on the following Big Blend Radio channels: Adventures in Asheville; Parks & Travel; Nature Connection; Women Making History; Big Daily Blend. Check out all of Big Blend Radio's Channels here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month and National Picnic Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast that's all about how to have a fun and heart-healthy summer!
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday at 12pm PST. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Association features Ange Chew, Executive Director of Discover Surrey. Hear about Surrey''s vast natural beauty, global dining, affordable accommodations and rich, vibrant culture.
A vibrant mosaic awaits in Surrey, the second largest city in British Columbia by population, next to Vancouver. t’s a diverse, complex and authentic region that’s experiencing change at a rapid pace, but taking it all in stride. Plan your visit to Surrey, B.C, here: https://discoversurreybc.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Photos courtesy of Discover Surrey BC.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features Stonewall Book Award-winning author, screenwriter, and playwright Samuel Garza Bernstein who discusses his new biography, "Starring Joan Crawford: The Films, the Fantasy, and the Modern Relevance of a Silver Screen Icon.”
In "Starrring Joan Crawford," Bernstein examines what makes this star from Hollywood’s Golden Age a powerful cultural force and model of feminist self-determination for women today. Covering her five-decade career, Garza Bernstein reveals how Miss Crawford continually molded and remolded her image, trying on and discarding various personas and fads, while staying true to herself. Embracing her conflicts and contradictions, he describes Joan Crawford as “an essential American archetype.”
Keep up with Samuel at https://samuelgarzabernstein.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on the Power of Forgiveness and how it can Heal Hearts and Transform Lives. Check out Shelley's article that explores the incredible benefits of forgiveness and how it can positively impact our well-being and the world around us: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-forgiveness/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with tea expert Friday Elliott about the world of tea, and the unique and interactive classes she holds online and in person at her tea shop, Friday Afternoon, that's located in Wallingford, Washington.
Linda attended the DIY Your Own House Chai class where she had the opportunity to dive into the art of blending, and then creating her own signature Masala house chai. Read about her experience that included some background on the rich history and traditions of chai-making, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/crafting-your-own-signature-masala-house-chai/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month in Tulare County! From park adventures to community events, it's all about summer fun on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, and Alida Verduzco Silva - Tulare County Resource Management Agency.
Plan your visit with these websites mentioned in the podcast:
- Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Celebrate America's Birthday Month with this special "Wine Across America" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast.
FEATURED GUESTS
- Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery in Arizona: https://ldvwinery.com/
- Winemaker Dave Specter - Bells Up Winery in Oregon: https://bellsupwinery.com/
- Carole Skeeters-Stevens - Travel Medford Oregon: https://www.travelmedford.org/
- Innkeeper Mikelyn Martin-Wustman - The Bird & Butterfly Inn in Texas: https://thebirdandbutterflyinn.com/
- Travel writer & photographer Jo Clark: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on the conservation work and visitor experience at the Western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville.
WNC Nature Center connects people with the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, and advancing conservation of the region’s rich biodiversity.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Cindy Smith - Director of Development of the Friends of the WNC Nature Center. More: https://wildwnc.org/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
In honor of the 4th of July Week (2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, focuses on the history of Patriotism, and the American Flag and Anthem.
Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II." His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://mike-guardia-military-monday.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features PANGAEA bassist Ron Poulson who shares some of the band's history, and discusses their music and new album, "Beowulf" that's out now and features Robert Berry as producer.
A Texas band with influences ranging across Progressive Rock, Classic Rock, Classical Music, Heavy Metal, and Classic Country, PANGAEA is made up of Ron Poulson, Steve Osborn, Darrell Masingale, Scott Draughon, Corey Schenk and Andi Schenk.
For over thirty-five years PANGAEA has been creating music that intrigues the mind and inspires the soul. Since their formation in 1989 they have garnered interest in over fifty nations across the globe. The band’s tight, melodic ensemble playing, highly proficient level of musicianship and excellent songwriting and singing, is reminiscent of prog rock’s classic era while also showcasing the band’s modern era sensibilities. More: https://pangaea.band
This shared episode of Big Blend Radio's WAY BACK WHEN History Podcast features award-winning military journalist, author, and documentary filmmaker Jeanne McKinney, who discusses her new book, "Triumph Over the Taliban: The Untold Story of US Marines’ Courageous Fight to Save Camp Bastion." Award-winning military history author and historian Mike Guardia joins in on the discussion.
Three days after the September 11, 2012, attack on the U.S. diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, another attack occurred on a massive forward operating base called Camp Bastion in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, home to U.S. and U.K. expeditionary forces.
With keen investigative prowess, McKinney reveals the true story of what happened at Camp Bastion on that fateful night. After 10 years of research about this battle, McKinney paints a vivid picture of this gripping saga, sharing intimate life and death moments of fighting the Taliban on the Marines’ home turf — showcasing how Marines saved civilian contractors, each other, and over $5 billion in aircraft and equipment. More: https://patriotprofiles.com/
There was once a Tennessee whiskey that dwarfed Jack Daniel's, and a powerful man was behind it: V.E. "Manny" Shwab. Until now, virtually nothing has been written about either.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Clay Shwab, who discusses his biography about his great-grandfather, "Manny Shwab and the George Dickel Company." This riveting read shares the untold story of a Tennessee whiskey tycoon who influenced society in Nashville’s gilded age.
Their story is one of a Jewish Alsatian immigrant's dream of finding community and prosperity in the New World and his son who rose to dominate Tennessee politics, whiskey, and finance for decades; of smuggling during the Civil War; of the raging, sometimes fatal, battle against Prohibition; and of the wild side of rapidly growing Nashville during the 19th and early 20th centuries. More: https://clayshwab.com/
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month and National Rivers Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show that focuses on Itasca State Park in Minnesota and the Empress Boat Club in Iowa Falls.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association. Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
- CONNIE COX - Lead Interpretive Naturalist at Itasca State Park in Minnesota. More: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00181#homepage
- JESSICA TJARKS - Empress Boat Club in Iowa Falls, Iowa. More: http://www.empressboatclub.org/
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
Featured photo of Mississippi Headwaters with People, Copyright (2024), State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources. Reprinted with Permission courtesy of MN DNR. Photo of Empress Boat, courtesy Empress Boat Club.
From writers and authors to innkeepers and pet sitters, travel advisors and destination experts, this Big Blend Radio "Women Making History" Podcast Panel Discussion focuses on Women Who Travel the World.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Innkeeper Karen Wilson: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Innkeeper Tiffany Bertram: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
Pet sitter Angela Laws: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
Travel advisor Cheryl Ogle: https://heywannago.com/
Writer & Editor Eva Eldridge: https://evaeldridge.com/
K. Nicole Connell of Natchitoches Tourism: https://natchitoches.com/
Travel writer and author Linda Ballou: https://lostangeladventures.com/
Travel writer & phographer Jo Clark: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
Travel writer & photographer Sharon Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com/
Food, wine and travel writer Dr. Diane Dobry: https://gettinghungary.com/
* Travel writer and author Kathleen Walls: https://americanroads.net/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" podcast is hosted and produced by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter publishing team behind Big Blend Magazines, and full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour. Episodes are daily with a monthly panel discussion every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show focuses on the new artists group in Camp Verde, Arizona. Spearheaded by artist Mary Rush, this initiative not only connects local artists as a community (so far over 40 artists), but is also working to add original art as part of the region's greater tourism experience with exhibits, studio tours, and public art projects.
LINKS TO FOLLOW:
- Camp Verde Artists Group: https://www.facebook.com/campverdeartistsgroup
- Artist Mary Rush: https://wildfeatherfineart.com/
- Artist Sylvia Strobel: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080324948779
- Artist Jen O'Callaghan: https://www.facebook.com/jocdgr8
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" Podcast Channel.
In honor of Great Outdoors Month and National Rivers Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Show features award-winning author Kevin Fedarko who discusses his new book, "A WALK IN THE PARK: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon." It shares the odyssey Kevin his best friend and photographer Pete McBride undertook to transect the entire length of the Grand Canyon, a feat billed by the handful of experts who have managed to complete it as “the toughest hike in the world.”
A WALK IN THE PARK is an ode to such vanishing places, and a deeply moving plea for the preservation of America’s greatest national treasure. More: https://www.kevinfedarko.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's PARKS & TRAVEL Podcast on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/5tkdvm5a
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's Murals, Mosaics (pictured), and Originals.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://ted-degrazia.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows is all about the oceans, seas, rivers, and outdoor experiences you can enjoy in the United Kingdom. From walking coastal paths to cruising on a narrowboat, check out Glynn's article that spotlights some of the beautiful and memorable adventures you can have, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/oceans-seas-and-rivers-of-england
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
It's all about attention to detail and exemplary customer service on this special Hospitality Insider episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show. Hear about the unique guest experiences provided by the boutique hotels that are part of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Robert Hunt - General Manager of Alcazar Palm Springs. Visit: https://alcazarpalmsprings.com/
Karima Zaki - Vice President of Operations of Town and Desert Hospitality. Visit: https://townanddesert.com
* Adam Ramirez, owner of Luxe Hospitality Consulting LLC. Visit: www.luxehospitalityrevpar.com
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://palm-springs-sunshine-stays.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Happy Hour Hang Out" Podcast features writers and authors, mostly of the mystery and crime genre, along with some historical fiction, travel writing and editing expertise to round out the discussion.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Author Matt Cost who inspired this episode - https://www.mattcost.net/
Travel Writer and author Katy Walls - https://katywalls.com/
Writer and editor Eva Eldridge of Tucson Sisters in Crime https://evaeldridge.com/
Author Lori Pollard-Johnson - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KH8ES2/about
Writer and author Erynn Leigh - https://erynnleigh.com/
Author DR Ransdell - https://www.dr-ransdell.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll" Show features iconic drummer Carmine Appice, founding member of the blues rock band Cactus. Carmine is also a founding member of Vanilla Fudge and has performed and/or recorded with Rod Stewart, Jeff Beck, Ozzy, and Pink Floyd, amongst others.
Cactus is as heavy, bluesy, and uncompromising in its musical assault as they were 50-plus years ago. Their new album "Temple of Blues - Influences & Friends" is out now through Cleopatra Records. Featured along with the current Cactus band is a who's who of blues and rock icons: Guitarists Joe Bonamassa, Ted Nugent, Pat Travers, Warren Hayes, Vernon Reid, Steve Stevens, Johnny A (The Yardbirds), Ty Tabor (King's X) and bassists Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big), Dug Pinnick (King's X) Tony Franklin (The Firm, Blue Murder), Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol), Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne), Kenny Aaronson (ex- Joan Jet and The Yardbirds), as well as members of Government Mule, Vixen, Rainbow, Zebra, and Whitesnake.
Vocalist Dee Snider of Twisted Sister appears on the band's remake of the Howlin' Wolf classic "Evil," and Appice's bandmate in Vanilla Fudge Mark Stein turns in a powerful vocal on Little Richard's "Long Tall Sally." A second version of "Guiltless Glider," appears as a bonus track with former Judas Priest vocalist, Ripper Owens. In addition to Appice on drums and vocals on all tracks, original Cactus guitarist Jim McCarty also appears on Temple of Blues. Get the album at https://cleorecs.com/products/cactus-temple-of-blues-cd
More at: https://www.carmineappice.net/
Finish this sentence ..... "Before I die, I want to visit _____"
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea talks about fulfilling your bucket list, especially in regards to travel. Even if you are not able to travel anymore, there are still ways to get whet your wanderlust appetite.
Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Doug Kistner, keyboardist, singer, songwriter, and leader of the allstar project Studio D'Lux. Hear about their new single, "Not in a Million Years" featuring trumpeter Lee Loughnane of Chicago, guitarist Jon Herington of Steely Dan, and famed rock drummer Liberty Devitto who tours and records with Billy Joel.
Doug Kistner has played keyboards with Trans-Siberian orchestra, John Waite, and Blood, Sweat & Tears, and is currently with The Lords of 52nd Street and Glen Burtniks Summer of Love.
Stream/ purchase the track: https://vibe.to/notinamillionyears
Follow Studio D'Lux on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@studiodlux
Follow Studio D'Lux on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/studiodluxmusic
Have you ever needed a vacation after your vacation? Are you trying to balance travel while working remotely? From jet lag to cramming too much on your itinerary, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle, focuses on the various ways you can avoid travel burnout.
Check out Cheryl's blog on how she balances travel an work, here: https://tinyurl.com/497t3sv3
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From hiking through tropical rainforests to outrigger surfing, it's all about Costa Rica on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou." Hear about Linda's recent 13-day trip to Costa Rica with Overseas Adventure Travel.
You can read Linda's articles about her trip NABBW.org here:
- Part 1: From the Lush Rainforests to the Shining Sea: https://tinyurl.com/3x6t9ked
- Part 2: A Little Country with a Big Heart: https://tinyurl.com/46p4mrks
Watch Linda's Costa Rica YouTube playlist of short video clips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUfBG36FykHl4ZkQ5vsX9OVS1BfX8Bj6l
To learn more about Linda’s adventures with Active Central/South American tours in Costa Rica, read her essay "Tough Cookies in Costa Rica" in her travel collection "Lost Angel Walkabout" which is available on her site at https://tinyurl.com/yc6y6vmk
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Podcast features award-winning Bay Area singer-songwriter Blind Lemon Pledge (James Byfield) who talks about his latest album "Oh So Good."
“Oh So Good,” Pledge’s 10th album of originals and covers, displays Pledge’s impressive compositional range with tunes ranging from Blues to Folk to Jazz to Cajun, with a startling and original take on the folk and blues classic “House of the Risin’ Sun.” From hard driving to soft and lyrical, the songs are a musical journey through the heart of American Roots Music. More: https://www.blindlemon-pledge.com/
From food and brews, to museums, lodging, and hiking, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Janice Sakata-Schultze who gives a local's inside scoop on "The Best of Golden, Colorado."
Highlights include Xicamiti La Taqueria Bistro, Woody's Wood-fired Pizza, Gilden Mill Food Hall, Clear Creek Trail, Coors Brewery Tours, The Eddy Hotel, and Buffalo Bill Museum and Gravesite.
READ JANICE'S ARTICLES ABOUT GOLDEN, COLORADO:
Coors Brewery: https://tinyurl.com/4x4hcymz
Woody's Wood-fired-Pizza: https://tinyurl.com/3n6j4h6e
Xicamiti La Taqueria Bistro: https://tinyurl.com/3vzmchhp
The Eddy Hotel: https://tinyurl.com/mrx6zbmy
* Golden Mill: https://tinyurl.com/4acundhb
Based in Golden, Colorado, Janice Sakata-Schultze is a travel writer, blogger, photographer, and certified advisor. She specializes in culinary, active adventure and wellness travel. Follow her adventures at https://www.sanseitraveler.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
In observance of National Pet Preparedness Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast focuses on pet and horse safety and disaster preparedness.
FEATURED GUESTS
- ANGELA LAWS - Cohost, veteran petsitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
- CHRISTY WOOD - World champion horse trainer, instructor, author, and horse show judge. See: https://wdnhorse.com/
The American Red Cross has steps you can follow to make an emergency plan for your animals. See: https://tinyurl.com/mtpv5x4s
Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who shares how to choose summer fruits and how to grill them for a brunch dish, entree, or light dessert.
RELATED RECIPE & ARTICLES as discussed on this episode:
Grilled Fruits Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilled-fruits/
Choosing Fruits & Veggies: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/choosing-fruits-and-vegetables/
* Strawberry Sherbet Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/strawberry-sherbet/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
This episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick focuses on the Gettysburg Cyclorama depicting “Pickett’s Charge up Cemetery Ridge” at the Battle of Gettysburg in the American Civil War. The innovative Gettysburg Cyclorama was the work of father-son painter duo Henri Philippoteaux (1815 – 1884), and Paul Philippoteaux (1846 – 1923). Read Victoria's article about it all here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/dioramas-cycloramas-and-the-painters-philippoteaux
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
In honor of National Dog Dad Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Steve Schneickert who recalls the Hollywood History of Iconic Dogs in Motion Pictures. Hear about canine film and TV stars Lassie, Asta, Toto, Rin Tin Tin, Marley, and many more.
Steve dedicates this Hollywood History segment to his sweet pup Miss Bella Rose, who crossed over the rainbow bridge, Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Scott Kendall who talks about his week long family vacation exploring the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. Hear about the destination's golf, boating, hiking, eating, relaxing, and lodging opportunities. Read Scott's article about his trip, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/adventures-in-lake-of-the-ozarks-missouri/
Scott Kendall is Editor of PlayStayEat.com as well as a freelance travel writer, photographer, and videographer based in The Woodlands, Texas. He has traveled extensively throughout the US and Europe, including several trips to Italy, Germany, Slovenia, Croatia, England, Ireland, and France. More: https://playstayeat.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m
Celebrating Great Outdoors Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel" Podcast features Don Hafner, who along with his wife Shelly, went to all 59 of the National Parks in 59 weeks during 2014/15.
To date, they have visited 62 of America's National Parks, 48 US States, 22 foreign countries, and at least 30 national parks overseas. They've been north of the Arctic Circle and south of the Tropic of Capricorn, swam in all five oceans, and visited 5 of the 7 continents.
Don is host to #ParkChat held on Wednesdays at 9pm EST on Twitter (X). Follow him @59NationalParks on Twitter (X) and Instagram.
How do you find joy when faced with a terminal diagnosis? This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features debut author Ann Bancroft who tackles this theme with sharp humor and profound compassion in her new novel, “Almost Family, " that's out now through She Writes Press.
Featuring a rough-around-the-edges, quick-witted heroine who stumbles upon an unlikely, but necessary, found family; this debut deftly balances the existential questions raised by terminal illness with honesty and wry humor, reflecting the power of love to heal and foster growth even at the end of life. More at: https://annbancroftauthor.com/
More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
Did You Know that Heart Disease remains the Number One Killer of Men in the United States? In honor of June being Men's Health Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast is all about Heart Health for Men. Hear about prevention, along with easy (and fun) lifestyle and dietary changes that can boost heart health.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday at 12pm PST. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
From Frank Lloyd Wright to the Flight 93 National Memorial, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show features Eric Knopsnyder who shares what to experience in the Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania. Located just east of Pittsburgh, this beautiful four-season destination offers spectacular natural scenery, outstanding outdoor recreation venues, historic sites & attractions, family activities, scenic road trip adventures, and world class resorts. More: https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/39nvjppe
Celebrate Women's History, and Audiobook Appreciation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring Jennifer Schwed and Doug Bradshaw, creators of the groundbreaking new musical audiobook “19: The Musical.”
Originally created and performed on stage, "19: The Musical" shares the dynamic and little-known story of Alice Paul, Ida B. Wells, Susan B. Anthony, Carrie Chapman Catt, Inez Milholland and the other suffragists who fought to get women the right to vote - The 19th Amendment. The inspirational story of these fearless women is brought to life through jazz, traditional musical standards style, spoken word, and hints of gospel. Alice Paul and the suffragist's fight for equality have been re-imagined for a new generation with a poignant and uplifting message that will resonate for years to come.
Learn more: https://www.19themusical.com/
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has over 2,000 restaurants - many specializing in seafood – the original sea to plate! Hear all about the diverse offerings on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Read her article about it all here: https://recipestravelculture.com/international-foods-in-myrtle-beach/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
From Hay to Carrots, it's all about the Equine Diet on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection," and "Nature Connection" podcast channels.
From gourmet trail mix to Spanish peanuts, this inaugural episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, focuses on super snacks for road trippers and outdoor adventurers.
Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/
In celebration of June being Great Outdoors Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on the upcoming Hike and Heal Sequoia National Park Wilderness Wellness Retreats. These retreats are facilitated by Sydney and Barry Williams of Hiking My Feelings in partnership with the Sequoia Parks Conservancy Field Institute. Starting in June, there will be three retreats this summer.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- NICOLE STIVERS of the Sequoia Parks Conservancy, the official nonprofit partner to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park and Lake Kaweah. They fund and enable park projects and programs that protect, preserve, and provide access to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Visit https://sequoiaparksconservancy.org/
- SYDNEY WILLIAMS - Author, and Founder & CEO of Hiking My Feelings. This unique organization is on a mission to improve community health by creating opportunities for people to experience the healing power of nature.
More at: https://hikingmyfeelings.org/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit to Tulare County at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Select featured photos are by Barry Williams / Hiking Your Feelings.
From Rosé Week (June 17-23, 2024) to Syrah Week (July 22-28, 2024), get a Taste of Summer on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear what's happening in the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and new wine releases in the tasting room. Plus, Peggy shares seasonal wine pairing tips and discusses LDV Winery's Sangria Recipes that you can see here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ldv-winery-sangria-recipes/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show that focuses on the various Hiking Opportunities you can enjoy in Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Jennifer "Jenny" Gruhn, PhD - Owner and Biologist of Asheville Hiking Tours. More: https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia features Dr. Brian Smith, President and CEO of the Tuskegee Airmen National Museum, who discusses the new National Geographic documentary "The Real Red Tails."
Out now, "The Real Red Tails" shares the story of the astonishing discovery of a WWII-era P-39 airplane in Lake Huron, Michigan. Tuskegee pilot Frank Moody perished in the crash, but the significance of what he and his fellow airmen accomplished survives to this day. This fascinating one-hour National Geographic documentary special explores the history of the Tuskegee Airmen, as well as the mission to solve this 80-year-old mystery.
Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II." His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://mike-guardia-military-monday.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on the personal growth benefits of travel. As Shelley says, "Travel isn’t just about checking off places on a map; it’s about diving headfirst into a yummy-delicious buffet of experiences, each one adding a unique flavor to the grand banquet of life." Read her article about how to "Savor the Journey," here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-travel-nourishes-the-soul-and-expands-lifes-buffet/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Ponzi Vineyards' winemaker Max Bruening. Nestled in the rolling hills of Oregon’s revered Willamette Valley, Ponzi Vineyards continues to captivate wine enthusiasts with its dedication to crafting exceptional wines that truly reflect the essence of the terroir. With a legacy of winemaking excellence that spans over four decades, the winery has established itself as a pioneer in the region, consistently producing wines of outstanding quality and distinction.
Read Linda's review of three standout offerings from Ponzi Vineyards: the vibrant 2021 Ponzi Laurelwood Chardonnay, the elegant 2021 Ponzi Laurelwood Pinot Noir, and the exquisite 2019 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve. Article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-oregons-finest-wines-ponzi-vineyards/
Plus, see the recipe for Spring Nettle Pesto Recipe from Chef Nathan Jones at Ponzi Vineyards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-nettle-pesto/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
Award-winning Texas singer-songwriter and musician Shelley King returns to Big Blend Radio to catch us up about her active touring schedule and her 10th album "Madam Mystic." This is the third album that she has collaborated on with John Magnie and Steve Amedée, members of the renowned New Orleans group, The Subdudes. She also worked with esteemed musicians and vocalists Eric Thorin, Cindy Cashdollar, Will McFarlane, Shawn Camp, Carolyn Wonderland, Greta Cornett and Phuong Nguyen, Matt Skinner, and Tim Cook.
Shelley King's decades-long journey in the music industry has been on her terms. She's taken on the roles of songwriter, band leader, studio producer, owner of her own label and publishing company, to self-release all of her work. Her talent, energy, commitment to the craft, and service to the community led her to be recognized by the Texas Legislature and appointed Official Texas State Musician. She’s won several Austin Music Awards, and had her songs recorded by several internationally known musicians. More at https://www.shelleyking.com/
This episode is featured on the following Big Blend Radio podcast channels: Big Daily Blend, Women Making History, A Toast to The Arts, and Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll. Keep up with our shows here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr. Helen McKibben, a seasoned clinical therapist with over 35 years of experience, and the creator of the innovative and unique self-help technique, "Dropping to the Blank Screen."
Hear about her new book “Drop: Making Great Decisions" that teaches how to use neuroscience to activate the brain in the way it is designed to work emotionally, and to change your brain's responses to yourself and other people. You can use your emotional instincts to make great decisions. Trust your brain and set yourself up for self-reliance.
McKibben holds a doctorate in psychology, counseling licenses in multiple states, and national certification. She is passionate about neuroscience and the interaction between the brain and emotions. https://helenmckibben.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Leo Daughtry discusses his debut novel, "Talmadge Farm" that transports readers to the tobacco fields of 1950s North Carolina. It's a sweeping drama that follows three unforgettable families navigating the changing culture of North Carolina at a pivotal moment in history.
"Talmadge Farm" (Story Merchant Books, June 4, 2024) reflects on the dreams and struggles of the American South, made more poignant by the author's personal experiences growing up among the tobacco fields of Sampson County, North Carolina, during periods of turbulent societal change. More at: https://www.leodaughtry.com/
Leo Daughtry is a life-long resident of North Carolina. After graduating from Wake Forest University and its School of Law, he established a private law practice in Smithfield, N.C. He was a member of the N.C. House and Senate for 28 years, including serving as House Majority Leader and House Minority Leader.
This is episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, where Debbie shares her adventures in historic Little Rock, the capital city of Arkanas.
Located on the banks of the Arkansas River, Little Rock is the largest city in the state of Arkansas. It combines the best of the south with a vibrant food scene, a buzzing downtown, and plenty of historic and cultural attractions. It’s a place that embraces its past while maintaining a modern, hip vibe with an eye to the future. And what’s more, you can have a good time at a great value here. Check out Debbie's story about Little Rock, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/little-rock-in-an-arkansas-gem/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Innkeepers who Bake for Activie Duty Military. Hear about their service and military heroes in their lives, and the treats they baked as part of the Soldiers' Angels program.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Tiffany Bertram - Tiffanys Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visit: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
- Maria Chamberlain - The Inn at OxBow Acres in Milan, New Hampshire. Visit: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/
- Chef Rob Wezwick - US Airforce Veteran & Ash Street Inn in Manchester, New Hampshire. Visit: https://www.ashstreetinn.com/
Special shout out to Jay Shulz, Retured Army Officer & Owner of Spartan Photography for Baking for Soldiers with The Lion & The Rose B&B. Visit https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/
Learn more about the two main military support programs the inns collaborate with:
B&Bs for Vets: https://bandbsforvets.org/
Soldiers Angels: https://soldiersangels.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Celebrates the Start of Summer Road Trippin' Season with a fun discussion about Road Trip Music, Books, Movies, and more!
Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World. Joey, who co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 4th Sunday, is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
BIG BLEND RADIO EXTRAS:
Summer Road Trip Music Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/53jk298y
Traveler's Tales Music Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/3wnv8cdd
Roadside Attractions Online Crossword: https://tinyurl.com/y53vxeev
Steve Schneickert Recalls the Hollywood History of Travel Movies Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/a97kzd5w
From lounging poolside to sunrise hiking adventures, shopping and dining, and sizzling summer lodging deals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show is all about Having a Super Summer in Palm Springs, Southern California.
FEATURED GUESTS:
* KIMBERLI MUNKRES from Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- KIMBER FOSTER is the Director of Palm Springs Tourism. Hear about her summer recommendations for unique activities and special events that include the upcoming Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week (May 31-June 9, 2024), the performing arts, pet-friendly fun, and more. Visit: https://visitpalmsprings.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://palm-springs-sunshine-stays.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features Jessica Carter, Director of Parks and Public Engagement at Save the Redwoods League, who discusses the 3rd Annual California State Parks Week happening June 12-16, 2024.
Through over 200 special in-person community events and virtual programming, this week-long event celebrates California’s 280 state parks and the people who visit and help protect these iconic places. California State Parks Week is presented by California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Parks California, and California State Parks Foundation.
Visit:
https://castateparksweek.org/
https://www.parks.ca.gov/
https://www.savetheredwoods.org/
https://parkscalifornia.org/
* https://www.calparks.org/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Vacation Station," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor at Temecula Valley High School in Southern California. Hear about the school's Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation program that educates students in culinary arts and hospitality management to set them up for career and/or college success. Plus, cooking and food preparation which are necessary life skills that they learn. Learn more about this career technical education program at https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/Page/28813
In honor of Small Business Month (May,) and National Travel & Tourism Week (May 19-25, 2024), this episode is featured onBig Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," "Success Express," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Celebrate Small Business Month (May) and National Travel & Tourism Week (May 19-25, 2024) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show that focuses on the Jefferson Highway Association's efforts in Oklahoma which includes new road signage, the first state chapter, and the upcoming 2025 Conference in McAlester (June 4-7, 2025).
FEATURED GUESTS:
- ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association. Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
- DELAINA STEVENS - President of the Oklahoma Chapter of the Jefferson Highway.
- BILLY SUMNER - McAlester Tourism Manager & Vice President of the Oklahoma Chapter of the Jefferson Highway. More: http://www.travelmcalester.com/
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/
From Lawyers and Artists to Writers and Educators, this Big Blend Blend Radio "Women Making History" Podcast Panel Discussion focuses on How Women Can and Do Have Multiple Successful Careers in their Lifetime.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Writer & Editor Eva Eldridge: https://evaeldridge.com/
Nature Photographer Margot Carrera: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MargotCarrera
Erica Baird & Karen Wagner, owners of https://lustre.net/
Artist Victoria Chick: https://victoriachick.com/
Lea Brovedani, The Soul Journey Doula: https://souljourneydoula.com/
Writer & Author Lisa Evans: https://writerlisa.com/
Author Lori Pollard-Johnson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KH8ES2
Travel writer & phographer Jo Clark: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
Travel writer & photographer Sharon Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com/
Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com/
* Food, wine and travel writer Dr. Diane Dobry: https://gettinghungary.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Women Making History" podcast is hosted and produced by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter publishing team behind Big Blend Magazines, and full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour. Episodes are daily with a monthly panel discussion every 4th Wednesday. Follow the show here: https://women-making-history.podbean.com/
With the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Celebrations coming up (June 20-22, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show is all about the sports history, culture, and impressive athletes of Natchitoches and the state of Louisiana. Featured guests are K. Nicole Connell, Communication Manager of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Doug Ireland - Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame is an impressive $23-million museum complex in the historic downtown district of Natchitoches. It's collection of portraits and memorabilia celebrate the achievements of more than 300 legendary Louisiana athletes, coaches and other sports figures. Other sports-themed exhibits and interactive media trace the history and importance of sports to life in Louisiana. The complex is also home to the Northwest Louisiana History Museum. Info: https://lasportshall.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches and its current events at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/
In observance of National Rescue Dog Day, this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast is all about Rescue Dogs and Cats with conversations that span from adoptions and volunteering to petsitting and behavioral care.
FEATURED GUESTS
- Angela Lasw - Cohost, veteran petsitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
- Mabel Lujan - Senior Communications Director at Asheville Humane Society in North Carolina. More: https://www.ashevillehumane.org/
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Pet Parents and Animal Welfare Advocates, and owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
In celebration of World Baking Day (every 3rd Sunday in May) this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make Gluten-free Chocolate Brownies. Featuring dark chocolate and poppy seeds, it's a family recipe that her older sister taught her how to make when she was a kid. See the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/gluten-free-chocolate-brownies/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
In honor or Mother Whistler Day and May being the month of celebrating Mothers, this episode of Big Blend Radio's WORLD OF ART Podcast with artist Victoria Chick focuses on the relationship between Whistler, the artist, and his mom, Anna McNeill Whistler.
James Abbot McNeill Whistler did not set out to paint an iconic image, but his “Arrangement in Black and Grey #1” has become one of the most recognizable and meaningful paintings in the world. Best known under its colloquial name Whistler's Mother or Portrait of Artist's Mother, this 1871 oil painting features Whistler's mother. Read Victoria's article about Whistler and his mother, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mrs-whistler-and-her-son/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
This episode of Big Blend Radio features T Bear, a distinctive singer, talented keyboard player, and songwriter, who discusses his music, touring, and latest solo album "The Way of the World" that's out now through Quarto Valley Records.
T Bear has made his mark as a solo performer and collaborator with many iconic artists — Crosby Stills and Nash, The Blues Brothers, Robby Krieger of The Doors, Edgar Winter, Billy Squier, Cher, as well as Gene Simmons and Peter Criss of Kiss, to name just a few, while also releasing several noteworthy solo albums over the years. Most recently he has been touring the world with acclaimed blues guitarist Walter Trout as a member of Walter’s band.
T Bear's album "The Way of The World," was written and recorded as the world emerged from the pandemic. Produced by long-time Grammy®-winning collaborators drummer Tony Braunagel (who has performed, toured, and recorded with a host of big names over the years including Bonnie Raitt, Buddy Guy, BB King and many many others) and former Wings guitarist Laurence Juber, the horn-driven excursions of his previous album, "Fresh Bear Tracks," were stripped-down to a small group sound, recorded mostly in home studio environments. Augmenting this core trio was a selection of bass players, including the legendary Reggie McBride, Hutch Hutchinson (Bonnie Raitt) and John Mayall-alumnus Ricky Cortez.
The Way of The World boasts a stunning set of twelve original songs, written and/or co-written by T Bear. Musically, the album is a stirring and infectious melodic mix of blues, rock n roll, Americana, and roots music accented by some occasional touches of tasty soul, jazz, Latin, and funk textures. More at: https://www.tbear.rocks/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea talks about parental end-of-life planning, why it's important, and how a family discussion is usually one of the first steps. Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula: Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices Emotion - Honor feelings Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning Body - Increase comfort, health and safety* Practical - Create completions Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/ Follow the podcast on Podbean: https://soul-journey-doula.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Walking Month and Small Business Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From getting a local's lay of the land and an insider's lowdown on the best shops, restaurants, events, and places to visit, to being kind on the wallet and a healthy activity inbetween culinary indulgences, hear about the myraid of ways walking tours can amp up your vacation experience.
Check out Cheryl's blog on Walking Tours, which includes some great (and free) recommendations: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/04/30/walking-tours-to-celebrate-national-walking-month/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From the Andes to Patagonia, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" covers her 17-day sojourn into South America with Overseas Adventure Travel. You can read her stories on her South American experiences on NABBW.org here:
Chile: https://tinyurl.com/5n8caxzj
Patagonia: https://tinyurl.com/33ffa7be
When Linda visited Chile and Patagonia, conservation efforts spearheaded by Kristine Tompkins were underway. When her husband, Doug Tompkins, died in a kayaking accident in 2015, she picked up the pieces of their shared dream to purchase millions of acres in Patagonia and Chile with the plan to give the land to the government to create a national park system that would rival the one we enjoy here in the U.S. In this Ted Talk she provides all the details with images of the transformation she is leading in Patagonia and Chile. https://youtu.be/UWothcLpazU?si=pwm6HXxkzWnjcnzM
In 2023 National Geographic produced the film "Wild Life" spotlighting Tompkins efforts. Trailer: https://films.nationalgeographic.com/wild-life
Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
Celebrate Oregon Wine Month (May) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show.
Featured guest is Carole Skeeters-Stevens of Travel Medford in Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley who talks about what you can experience in the region from Wine Tasting, Dining, Agricultural Destinations, and Seasonal Festivals to Crater Lake National Park, Outdoor Recreation, and Sports. More: https://www.travelmedford.org/
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Anna Monardo who discusses her new and award-winning memoir, "After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage" (Bordighera Press, May 14, 2024).
Author of "The Courtyard of Dreams" and "Falling in Love with Natassia," Anna pivots from her career as an established fictional author to reveal the truths she discovered while investigating her family’s story. Starting in Southern Italy, 1948 leading to the U.S. and igniting a family feud so volatile it leads to separation, domestic violence, and an inescapable legacy of fractured love. At 39, caught in her own failing “marriage of convenience,” Anna looks to her family’s immigration history as she charts her personal path to self-discovery and the adoption of her son.
Anna’s story speaks to those breaking the cycle of family trauma, the cultural conflicts among immigrant families, and the risks we take when going against family expectations. More: https://annamonardo.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's QUALITY OF LIFE Podcast features Dr. Ronald Ruff who discusses his book, "Raising Children to Thrive: Affect Hunger & Responsive, Sensitive Parenting."
In this world of information overload and constant distraction, parents are experiencing an urgent need for direction on how to raise their children based on the cutting-edge science of child development. New research shows that infants possess considerable social and emotional capacity to engage their parents in ways that run far deeper than ever before realized.
After running a private practice for forty-eight years, Dr. Ruff, a veteran psychologist, has created an essential resource for parents who are searching for evidence-based, best practice models to help them raise happy, kind, and self-aware kids. The book is available on pre-order now, and will be out on June 11, 2024. More at https://ronaldruff.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark, we hear about her roots travel experiences in Gettysburg, where she literally stepped in the footsteps of her ancestors. Read her article about it here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/gettysburg-in-the-footsteps-of-ancestors/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
It's all about Horse Care, Colic, and Common Sense on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Marni Patterson talks about her 10-day experience in Northern Greece where she traveled through centuries of history.
Hear how she walked in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Paul the Apostle, saw monasteries that date back to the 11th century, monuments to World War I, met revolutionary heroes, and saw tragic reminders of Nazi occupation. She also discovered some fascinating women's history. You can read her article about it all here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ancient-northern-greece/
Marni Patterson is a freelance travel writer, photographer and videographer in Phoenix, AZ who writes about destination travel, local customs and cultures, and history. Keep up with her at https://mptravelwriting.com
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow this podcast: https://food-wine-travel.podbean.com/
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmaker Jennifer Takaki who discusses the making of the documentary, "Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story," and how photographer Corky Lee influenced her work.
For 50 years, Chinese American photographer Corky Lee documented the celebrations, struggles, and daily lives of Asian American Pacific Islanders with epic focus. Determined to push mainstream media to include AAPI culture in the visual record of American history, Lee produced an astonishing archive of nearly a million compelling photographs. His work takes on new urgency with the alarming rise in anti-Asian attacks during the Covid pandemic. Jennifer Takaki’s intimate portrait reveals the triumphs and tragedies of the man behind the lens. Learn more at: https://photographicjustice.com/
The film will have a nationwide US television release, premiering Monday, May 13 at 10/9C on PBS (check local listings) and on PBS apps to follow. More at: https://www.pbs.org/show/photographic-justice-the-corky-lee-story/
Filmmaker Jennifer Takaki is a fourth generation Japanese American from Colorado. She began her career in journalism at a Denver TV station and later moved to Hong Kong to work with Encore International. In Hong Kong she produced English-based news programming broadcast in China, India, and the Middle East via Rupert Murdoch’s STAR-TV. In New York, she produced and directed “Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story” which premiered at DOC NYC and was supported by the Ford Foundation and The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM). She was awarded the prestigious Better Angels Lavine Fellowship in 2023.
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmaker Jennifer Takaki who discusses the making of the documentary, "Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story," and how photographer Corky Lee influenced her work.
For 50 years, Chinese American photographer Corky Lee documented the celebrations, struggles, and daily lives of Asian American Pacific Islanders with epic focus. Determined to push mainstream media to include AAPI culture in the visual record of American history, Lee produced an astonishing archive of nearly a million compelling photographs. His work takes on new urgency with the alarming rise in anti-Asian attacks during the Covid pandemic. Jennifer Takaki’s intimate portrait reveals the triumphs and tragedies of the man behind the lens. Learn more at: https://photographicjustice.com/
The film will have a nationwide US television release, premiering Monday, May 13 at 10/9C on PBS (check local listings) and on PBS apps to follow. More at: https://www.pbs.org/show/photographic-justice-the-corky-lee-story/
Filmmaker Jennifer Takaki is a fourth generation Japanese American from Colorado. She began her career in journalism at a Denver TV station and later moved to Hong Kong to work with Encore International. In Hong Kong she produced English-based news programming broadcast in China, India, and the Middle East via Rupert Murdoch’s STAR-TV. In New York, she produced and directed “Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story” which premiered at DOC NYC and was supported by the Ford Foundation and The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM). She was awarded the prestigious Better Angels Lavine Fellowship in 2023.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Louisiana author, writer, and filmmaker Jennifer Moorhead, who discusses her novel, "Broken Bayou."
In this debut thriller, a troubled child psychologist returns to a small Louisiana town to protect her secrets but winds up having to protect her life.
More: https://www.jennifermoorhead.com/
Published by Thomas & Mercer and out on July 1, 2024, "Broken Bayou" available for pre-order on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/wph65pyp
For more about Books Forward, visit https://booksforward.com/
Did You Know that Heart Disease remains the Number One Killer of Women in the United States, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined? In honor of Women's Health Month, this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH DR JACKIE Podcast is all about Heart Health for Women. Hear about prevention, along with easy (and fun) lifestyle and dietary changes that can boost heart health.
Dr. Jacqueline Eubany is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
New episodes of "Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie" air every 2nd Wednesday at 12pm PST. Follow the Podcast: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Tourism Day with episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on wine and photography tours, plus, the city's famous brewery scene.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Chris & Bonnie Allen - Asheville Photo Tours: https://ashevillephoto.tours/
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Ryan & Terri Watts - Asheville Wine Tours: https://www.ashevillewinetours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
Celebrate National Tourism Day with episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on wine and photography tours, plus, the city's famous brewery scene.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Chris & Bonnie Allen - Asheville Photo Tours: https://ashevillephoto.tours/
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Ryan & Terri Watts - Asheville Wine Tours: https://www.ashevillewinetours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
In honor of National Nurses Day (May 6, 2024) and National Nurses Week (May 6-12, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show with award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, focuses on medics and nurses in combat. Hear about WWII combat nurse Lt. Avis Schorer (nee Dagit) who served with an evacuation hospital in North Africa and Italy; and Alfred Velazquez Rascon, a retired US Army lieutenant colonel who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions as a medic near Long Khánh Province during the Vietnam War.
Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books including "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II." His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://mike-guardia-military-monday.podbean.com/
As a Mother's Day Tribute to Nurturing Yourself, this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how to embrace self-care. As Shelley says, "Celebrating Mother’s Day often revolves around honoring the incredible women who have nurtured us. Yet, amidst the busyness of life and caretaking responsibilities, many mothers forget a crucial person in their nurturing equation: themselves. This Mother’s Day let’s explore the beautiful journey of self-care and reflect on the importance of mothering oneself with as much love and tenderness as we give to others." Read her article about it all, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/embrace-self-care/ SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Get a Taste of Mexico on this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer, and his filmmaker husband Paco Silva. Enjoy this conversation covering music and filmmaking, Mexican cuisine, travel, history and more!
Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him and his music at https://hearjohnny.com/
CELEBRATE MEXICO:
- MUSIC PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/13lB2AwcrN2j1rZ5A8ybGo?si=4a88d15420b549d7
- ARTICLES & PODCASTS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/mexico-latin-america/
- FOOD & RECIPES: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/mexican-food/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Chef Candy Lesher, talks about the virtual cooking class series, Cooking Like a Dame, that is now offered by the Phoenix Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI PHX). This chapter is very involved in cultivating Arizona’s future culinarians through the high school C-CAP program (Careers Through Culinary Arts.)
If you’ve found yourself in a cooking rut, you’re in luck. Take your kitchen skills to the next level with online cooking classes taught by world-class chefs. Learn more about the program in Linda's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-art-of-cooking-like-a-dame-in-the-virtual-kitchen/
Plus, check out Chef Candy Lesher's Vegetarian Tortilla Soup recipe as discussed on the show: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/vegetarian-tortilla-soup/
Learn more about Chef Lesher at https://www.yourkitchenrx.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features Rick Makanaaloha Kia'imeaokekanaka San Nicolas (Kanaka Maoli) who returned for the fifth time as the National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
Recognized as Ke Kumu Hulu Nui, meaning "Master of Hawaiian Featherwork of Old Hawai‘i," San Nicolas is dedicated to preserving and perpetuating this art form. Through his expertise and passion, he ensures that the traditions of feather lei making continue for generations to come. San Nicolas draws inspiration directly from the landscape of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, feeling a deep connection to the environment and its historical significance. He finds inspiration in the ancient Hawaiian featherwork tradition, particularly in the regalia worn by Hawaiian Royalty and warriors.
This year Rick travels to Washington D.C. to present his featherwork for inclusion in the collection of the Museum of the Department of Interior as well as having it on display in the office of Secretary Deborah Haaland (Laguna Pueblo). He is also a consulting advisor in historical featherwork on the upcoming TV Series "Chief of War," starring Jason Momoa. More at: https://www.hawaiianfeathers.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From hiking and cycling to kayaking and downtown public art and history walks, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on the various ways to explore and experience Tulare County.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, Cassidy Collins - Tulare Chamber of Commerce, and Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Plan your visit with these websites mentioned in the podcast:
- Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Tulare Chamber of Commerce - http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Porterville Chamber of Commerce - https://www.portervillechamber.org/
From Mother's Day (May 12) and National Wine Day (May 25) to Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-27) and National Asparagus Month, Get a Taste of May on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about spring growth in the LVD Winery vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and new wine releases in the tasting room.
Of course, we always chat about seasonal food and wine pairings, and Peggy's latest recipe. This month it's how to make Fresh Asparagus with Blender Hollandaise. Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fresh-asparagus-with-blender-hollandaise/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
An irresistible compulsion to travel and a nervous affliction: put these together and you get the collywobbles, that jittery feeling one gets from anxiety.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features author and world traveler Faye Brenner who chats about some of her travel experiences and her book "Collywobbles: Tales of Travel, Life, and Anxiety."
Part memoir and part travelogue, "Collywobbles" takes readers on amusing journeys from climbing up to the gargoyles atop Notre Dame to crawling through the Cu Chi tunnels in Vietnam, all the while wrought with multiple anxieties - from the fear of heights to the fear of getting lost. As she seeks ways to overcome her angst, Faye continues to pursue worldly pleasures in the arts, food, phalluses, and, oddly enough, toilets. More at https://www.fayebrenner.com/
Guitarist Michael Kessler joins Big Blend Radio for a fun conversation about his music and new album "Gravel Road," the Wisconsin music scene, plus, being a Horologist (a person that makes or repairs watches or clocks).
Kessler worked with Milwaukee producer/musician/engineer Gary Tanin at Daystorm Music to take on the full-length album "Gravel Road." Primarily a solo affair with guest musicians, Kessler recruited Georgia Rae to add fiddle while Tanin enlisted Chicken Wire Empire’s Ernest Brusubardis IV (fiddle) and Joe Vent on Bass.
On "Gravel Road," Kessler draws influence from Bluegrass, Country, Rock, Funk, and Blues resulting in an acoustic melting pot. The album is out now in all digital outlets.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Celebrates April being International Guitar Month, Jazz Apprecation Month, and National Poetry Month.
Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World. Joey, who co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 4th Sunday, is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
BIG BLEND RADIO EXTRAS:
International Guitar & Jazz Music Playlist on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2wd3886f
Poet Seaborn Jones on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2cre7den
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows, he shares some of the historic highlights not to be missed in Edinburgh, Scotland including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Mary King's Close. Read Glynn's article about his visit to Edinburgh here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/over-the-border-to-historic-edinburgh-scotland/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
From Joshua Tree National Park to the fascinating Integratron, it's all about Great Road Tripping Adventures on this shared episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
* KIMBERLI MUNKRES from Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. View the hotels and sign up the the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter here: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
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SANDI HEMMERLEIN is a writer and photojournalist. Based in L.A. but constantly on the prowl for new adventure, she spends most of her time nurturing her interest in birds, animals, neon, historic theaters, puppets, folk art, trains, and stained glass. Sandi documents everything on her own website https://www.avoidingregret.com which complements her work for PBS SoCal (as producer of the digital series SoCal Wanderer), Atlas Obscura, Los Angeles Magazine, Stacker, and many others.
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KEVIN CARLOW has been a seeker of the strange and mysterious since his early childhood, spent reading in dusty corners of libraries and running amok in the woods of Massachusetts. While making a living in the service industry full-time in the Coachella Valley these days, he also has years of experience blogging and writing professionally about topics as varied as cocktails, movies, and tarot-reading. More: https://crypticcocktails.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://palm-springs-sunshine-stays.podbean.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features Cheryl Leutjen, author of "Love Earth Now: The Power of Doing One Thing Every Day."
As a geologist, environmental law attorney, spiritual practitioner and, most importantly, devoted mother, Cheryl understands that most people don’t have an endless reservoir of time, money and energy to devote to Earth-friendly practices. That’s why she wrote "Love Earth Now," a candid, often humorous exploration that reveals her own imperfect journey toward living an eco-friendly lifestyle. Each chapter includes gentle prompts to help readers uncover their own capacity for making meaningful changes, one step at a time. More: https://loveearthnow.us/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
While the 11th Annual Jefferson Highway Conference is happening in Alexandria, Louisiana (April 24-27, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the experiences you can have in Louisiana on the Jefferson Highway Trail and just a few miles beyond.
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association. Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
- ARLENE GOULD, Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau: https://natchitoches.com/
LOUISIANA THEMED SPOTIFY MUSIC PLAYLIST created by Roger Bell: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2UdElnINGuWASVLQu6oToG?si=a59ee2ee5a374f3f
BIG BLEND RADIO PLAYLIST OF PODCASTS COVERING LOUISIANA: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/sets/jefferson-highway-louisiana
LOUISIANA ARTICLES & PODCASTS ON NationalParkTraveling.com: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing-category/louisiana-articles/
In celebration of National Park Week, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures in New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia.
New River Gorge National Park conserves over 70,000 acres of land along the New River between the towns of Hinton and Fayetteville within the central part of southern WVA. This is the newest National Park in the U.S., having been granted this status in 2020, bringing the total number of National Parks to 63. Read Debbie's article about her experiences here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-west-virginias-new-river-gorge-national-park/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" podcast with attorney Ward Heinrichs, hear why California employers should carefully consider how to fire employees and be aware of California severance, non-compete and defamation issues. Read Ward's article outlining it all here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-severance-non-compete-defamation-issues/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/AS9eybwG5GE
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearances here: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/
In Celebration of National Park Week, we are featuring this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, where Debbie talks about her hiking adventures in El Chaltén, a small, Patagonian mountain town known as the “National Capital of Trekking” in Argentina. Located in the Southern Andes, in Los Glaciares National Park, El Chaltén is set amid a valley between two rivers, at the foot of the unmistakable Cerro Chaltén or Mt. Fitz Roy. Check out Debbie's article and photos, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/el-chalten-hiking-adventures-in-argentine-patagonia
And, learn more about her experiences at Estancia Cerro Guido that borders the eastern side of Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chilean Patagonia: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/immerse-yourself-in-the-soul-stirring-landscape-of-patagonia/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her adventures in Southern Patagonia, Chile.
Hear about her experiences at Estancia Cerro Guido that borders the eastern side of Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chilean Patagonia. The ranch covers an area of roughly 250,000 acres and is the largest estancia in the area. Torres del Paine National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and the Eighth Wonder of the World. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/immerse-yourself-in-the-soul-stirring-landscape-of-patagonia/
Check out Debbie's adventures in El Chalten, Argentine Patagonia: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/el-chalten-hiking-adventures-in-argentine-patagonia/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://global-adventures-debbie-stone.podbean.com/
After working in the climate-tech industry for the past fifteen years, debut author Aaron Arsenault is excited to inspire readers ages 9-12 to combat climate change. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, he discusses his climate fiction novel, “The Climate Diaries, Book One: The Academy” (Borrowed Planet Press, April 2024).
"The Climate Diaries: Book One," takes readers on an eco-adventure with troublemaker Jax Wilkinson, who is recruited by a top secret organization dedicated to preparing the next generation of climate-fighters. Learn more at https://www.aaronarsenault.com/
In celebration of National Chickpea Day (April 21), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who talks about the health benefits of eating chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, and the various ways to prepare them. See Ruth's Spicy Chicpea-Rice Burger Recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
In celebration of National Park Week, this episode of Big Blend Radio with artist Victoria Chick is all about the art, life and legacy of George Catlin.
George Catlin was an American painter, author, and traveler, who specialized in portraits of Native Americans in the American frontier. Many of the places he traveled through are parts of our National Park Service today. He explored the American West five times during the 1830s, and wrote about and painted portraits that depicted the life of the Plains Indians. Read Victoria's article about him here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/american-artist-author-traveler-george-catlin
VICTORIA CHICK is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
Celebrated composer and guitarist Jon Durant joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS podcast where he discusses his new album "Momentarily." It's an amalgamation of transcultural, jazz-related styles, that gives way to euphoric, universally relatable grooves and soundscapes.
A trio recording featuring Durant alongside longtime musical partners Colin Edwin (bass) and Andi Pupato (drums/percussion), both legends in their own right, this musical jewel showcases rare mastery through individually compelling tracks and comprehensive arc.
More at https://jondurant.bandcamp.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani focuses on earth-friendly memorials and burials. Featured guest is Alethea Valley, General Manager of the Point Arena Forest for Better Place Forests.
Better Place Forests offers a sustainable memorial within a protected place in the forest for ashes of a loved one to be returned to the earth. Each tree can accommodate more than one loved one and also beloved pets (which is not allowed in traditional settings). The beautiful, peaceful setting is sustainable and safe for trees and the wider forest ecosystem. More: https://www.betterplaceforests.com/
Sustainable Memorials Aligns with Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
Is escorted travel for you? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle, hear about the good, the bad, and the ugly about escorted travel. See her blog post that outlines it all here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/04/09/benefits-of-escorted-travel
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From the Okavango Delta in Botswana to Zambia and Zimbabwe, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast highlights some of Linda's amazing adventures in Southern Africa.
You can read her story about the Botsawana elephants in Linda's book, "Lost Angel Unleashed," and about her safari adventures on NABBW.org here: https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/botswana-highlights-on-the-ultimate-safari/
Follow Linda's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared
Photos featured are by Linda Ballou and Tom Schwab.
With National Park Week (April 20-28), Earth Day (April 22), Arbor Day (April 27), Junior Ranger Day (April 27), and Kids to Parks Day (May 18) coming up, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show is all the various parks, historic sites and trails, and events you can experience in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Featured guest is K. Nicole Connell, Communication Manager of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, who talks about events and destinations such Cane River Creole National Historical Park, Melrose Plantation, Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site, El Camino Real de las Tejas National Historic Trail, the historic Jefferson Highway, Briarwood Nature Reserve, and Kisatchie National Forest.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches and its current events at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: http://tinyurl.com/yc8csn8b
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA we discover some of the hidden gems and forgotten stories of Michigan with Amy Piper, author of "Secret Michigan: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure" (Reedy Press).
Amy Piper is a freelance travel writer, blogger, and photographer who specializes in luxury and multigenerational travel. She travels through the lens of a food lover and has been to 41 countries and 45 states around the world. A native Michigander, she is also the author of “100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die” (Reedy Press) and is published in the book "Midwest Road Trip Adventures." More at https://followthepiper.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark, we hear all about beautiful and historic Georgetown, South Carolina. Named the Best Coastal Small Town by USA Today in 2018, Georgetown is rich in history, nature and outdoor adventures, good food, and friendly people.
READ JO'S ARTICLES ABOUT GEORGETOWN:
RecipesTravelCulture.com: https://tinyurl.com/swpnvvfp
FoodieFlashpacker.com: https://tinyurl.com/ybedf5r5
* SheBuysTravel.com: https://tinyurl.com/y5ez47ef
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd
From training and setting boundaries to observing body language and building a relationship with your horse, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood is all about HORSE BEHAVIOR.
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along with being an author and instructor, she is the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more about Christy, her equine services, and her books, at: https://wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://shows.acast.com/abcs-of-horses
South Africa offers a unique blend of nature, culture, ocean, and unique thrill-seeking experiences. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel journalist Bernie van der Linde shares why South Africa is known as "a world in one country," and discusses its diverse landscapes and experiences. Read her article that highlights some of her recommended must-dos when you visit the country: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/must-do-experiences-in-south-africa/
Bernie founded the travel blog https://travelbuddieslifestyle.com/ with her best friend and business partner, Petra, where they share their travel experiences of unique and luxurious destinations. Bernie’s love for exploring has taken her to many exotic locations around the world. Her passion for writing and travel has made her a trusted source of information and inspiration for the discerning traveller looking to explore the world in style.
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Shows with IFWTWA Here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-ifwtwa
From the upcoming California Antique Farm Equipment Show (April 19-21, 2024) and next year's famous World Ag Expo (February 2025), to family-friendly attractions and activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio Celebrates Farming and Agriculture in Tulare, California.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce. Visit: http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Megan Lausten from the International Agri-Center. Visit: https://www.internationalagricenter.com/
Tulare is a gateway city to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. The city thrives on agricultural, and is internationally known for the Annual World Ag Expo which is held at the International Agri-Center which also features unique event spaces, and the AgVentures Learning Center for Kids and Ag Museum. Tulare has a charming historic downtown district with a beautiful series of murals, and is also home to the Tulare Outlet Shopping Center, and Tulare Historic Museum.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Thursday “New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association” Show features innkeeper Kathy Hiatt, who owns and runs the historic Bottger Mansion of Old Town with her husband Steve, plus assistant innkeeper Jake Dunlap.
Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this romantic Bed & Breakfast is the perfect home base for an amazing variety of activities. Bottger Mansion features easy access to any area destination, comfortable accommodations, and modern amenities. From hot air ballooning and hiking, to wine tasting and sampling regional cuisine, visiting museums and gardens, and experiencing the arts and entertainment of the local cultures, as well as shopping for items unique to New Mexico, you’ll find there is never a shortage of things to do in Albuquerque. More: https://bottger.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
If you've ever known and loved a dog, it's not hard to understand why they're dubbed "[human’s] best friend." But they're often so much more – our confidants, our teachers and even our healers.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Moth StorySLAM winner Anne Abel who discusses her new memoir, "Mattie, Milo, and Me" (She Writes Press, April 2024). The book shares the central role her dogs played in her healing journey as a survivor of parental abuse, and severe depression. Hear how she unwittingly rescues Milo, a dog with serious aggression issues, and finds herself unable to give up on him. Milo is dangerous, and Anne would never do anything to endanger her sons – but she also believes that everyone deserves a second chance. More: https://anneabelauthor.com/
It's the perfect podcast conversation to celebrate National Pet Day (April 11) and Canine Compassion Month (April).
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Reginald “Reggie” Reed who discusses some of his life story that's shared in his True Crime memoir, "The Day My Mother Never Came Home"
It's an emotional rollercoaster as he recounts the unimaginable tragedy that shook his world at just six years old. From the heart-wrenching murder of his mother to the shocking revelation 35 years later, that his own father “may” have been behind it all. This is a story of perseverance, resilience, and finding strength in the face of continued unspeakable darkness. The memoir is avaiable for pre-order now. More at https://www.rlreed.com/
For more about Books Forward, visit https://booksforward.com/
It's all about what to experiences on Whidbey and Camano Islands on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA. Featured guest is Inge Morascini who talks about the area's nature and outdoor adventures, farms and regional flavors, history and cultural arts, seasonal events, and unique lodging destinations.
Located in the middle of Puget Sound, Whidbey and Camano Islands are an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Ever since two Byrds left the “Sweetheart of the Rodeo” mothership over 50 years ago, The Burrito Brothers have been evolving and putting out wonderful albums. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Chris P. James, lead vocalist and keyboardist, who talks about the legendary history of The Burrito Brothers (aka The Flying Burrito Brothers), and their latest album, "Together."
The musicians in today’s Burrito Brothers group, who have been together since 2009, include Chris P. James (keys/lead vocals), Tony Paoletta (pedal steel), Peter Young (drums) and Steve Allen (guitar). They have performed and recorded numerous notable previous works of their own and with countless other artists. More at https://www.theburritobrothers.net/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmakers Brian Lindstrom and Andy Brown who discuss their new documentary "Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill." The film provides an intimate look at one-of-a-kind singer-songwriter from 1970s Los Angeles, Judee Sill. It charts her life from a troubled adolescence of addiction, armed robbery and prison through her meteoric rise in the music world and early tragic death.
Featuring Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Fleet Foxes, David Geffen, JD Souther, Big Thief, Weyes Blood, Tim Page and more. Executive Producers include Maya Hawke and Cheryl Strayed.
"Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill" will be released theatrically in New York (IFC Center), Los Angeles (Laemmle Noho), Portland (Cinema 21) and key cities on April 12, 2024 with a VOD release on all major platforms in the US and Canada.
Images and trailer featured on the podcast are courtesy of Greenwich Entertainment.
April marks National Stress Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the pressures we face and how they impact our lives. This episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL DIVING SUNDAY Show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin focuses on how to navigate stress so you can find joy amidst life's challenges. Read her article that shares insight and advice, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/finding-joy-amidst-lifes-challenges/
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
Celebrate the Sounds of Spring with episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer. Enjoy this conversation covering music and hope, plants, and nature, and check out the two music playlists below.
Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him and his music at https://hearjohnny.com/
SOUNDS OF SPRING MUSIC PLAYLIST
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLIl6mJHDMb_N9unz4yJEZu&feature=shared
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0JDate0bO5TwBvriu2RYdM?si=c1d9adf98445401d
ROSY MELODIES MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJI2B3x7TpfyPhTqUcJ9RP1M&feature=shared
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4791fdvNHyuipXoNlER0bA?si=c1748b7eda7e4412
This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," embarks on a journey through the exquisite offerings of DANCIN Vineyards. Join us as we delve into the world of their elegant Barbera, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay wines with winemaker Chris Jiron.
Nestled in the scenic Rogue Valley of Oregon, DANCIN Vineyards has distinguished itself for producing wines of exceptional quality capturing the essence of the region’s terroir and the dedication of the winemaking craft. Learn more by reading Linda's winetasting article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sophistication-with-dancin-vineyards/
And visit DANCIN Vineyards online at https://www.dancin.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Carissa "Lucky" Garcia, the Spring 2024 NPAF artist-in-residence in Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Carissa “Lucky” Garcia is an Indigenous/Chicana writer, performing artist, community organizer, anti-oppression educator and Indigenous Justice advocate. She is a founding member of the La Resistencia publishing press and poetry collective amplifying LGBTQ+ voices of color. Carissa’s storytelling communicates ideas that focus on her experience as an Iraq War veteran, Native American culture, love, politics, and her appreciation for comic books and science fiction. Her work has been featured at the University of Missouri Latinx Graduate Program, Rhode Island School of Design, UMKC Women of Color Leadership Conference, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Flatland KC, Prescott College, Redline Contemporary Arts Center, Dairy Arts Center, Denver Art Museum, and on the streets all across America.
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Learn more about Chaco Culture National Historical Park at https://www.nps.gov/chcu/index.htm
In time to plan for National Park Week (April 20-28), Earth Day (April 22), Junior Park Ranger Day (April 27), and Kids to Parks Day (May 18), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on park and outdoor experiences in Tulare County. Hear about the region's giant sequoia trees, waterfalls, and wildflowers, along with picnics and cultural celebrations in beautiful community parks, preserves, gardens, and more.
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, and Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Plan your visit with these websites mentioned in the podcast:
- Sequoia Tourism Council: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
- Visit Visalia: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks:
https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
https://nps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Cascade/index.html?appid=9f33fa32af394a129b0b548429dced01
* https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/road-construction.htm
From National Jelly Bean Day to International Viognier Day and Earth Day, it's all about Spring Flings with Wine on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about spring in the LVD Winery vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and celebrations at the tasting room.
Of course, we always chat about seasonal food and wine pairings, and Peggy's latest recipe. This month it's a vibrant Caribbean Salad with Honey Lime Dressing - see: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/caribbean-salad-with-honey-lime-dressing/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Celebrate National Wildlife Week with this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast with Sharon K. Kurtz, who shares her experiences at the annual Whooping Crane Festival in Port Aransas, Texas.
Nestled between Mustang Island and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Port Aransas unfolds as a Texas Gulf Coast sanctuary of small-town charm and endless activities. The 18 miles of pristine beaches, the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, and encounters with diverse wildlife create a haven where the Texas Coastal Bend barrier islands and estuaries play the leading roles. Dolphins gracefully navigate the waters, sea turtles find refuge, and migrating birds paint a kaleidoscope of nature’s beauty. Read Sharon's article about it all here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-the-timeless-allure-of-port-aransas/
Plan your adventure in Port Aransas at https://www.portaransas.org/
Big Blend Radio's "Wander the World with Sharon" Podcast features award-winning travel writer and photographer Sharon K. Kurtz. New episodes air every first Wednesday at 12pm CST at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1ALXeV1vR6H10EtkPvgDW5
Sharon Kurtz is an accomplished travel writer and award-winning photographer based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Enjoy Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/ or follow her on https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique art, garden, and community experiences.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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DeWayne Barton - Founder of Hood Huggers International and Peace Gardens & Market, in the heart of West Asheville’s Burton Street Community, a historically African American neighborhood established in the early 1900’s. More: https://hoodhuggers.com/
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Annie Katla Bennette - Co-owner of @artgardenavl an artist owned and operated Art Gallery & Plant Shop in Asheville's River Arts District. More: https://www.artgardenavl.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/ycxwjkr7
Featuring award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show focuses on the tragic Oklahoma City bombing, a domestic terrorist truck bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Perpetrated by anti-government extremists Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols, the bombing occurred on April 19, 1995, and killed 168 people, injured 680, and destroyed more than one-third of the building, which had to be demolished.
Mike Guardia is the author of over 20 other military history books. His latest book is the Amazon best-seller, “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/wkezexvb
PHOTO: Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum by travel writer Debbie Stone. See her story about her visit to the Memorial and other sites in OKC, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/surprises-abound-in-oklahoma-city/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show welcomes the month of April covering the stories and legends behind April Fool's Day, the Diamond birthstone, and Daisy birth flower.
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Pet Sitting and Pet Care options for Women Travelers.
Featured guest is Angela Laws who is a veteran pet sitter and the community manager for TrustedHousesitters which is a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Founded in 2010, TrustedHousesitters has connected thousands of pet owners and pet sitters worldwide through their mutual trust and love of animals. https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the upcoming Jefferson Highway Conference held in Alexandria, Louisiana from April 24-27, 2024. Also hear about the Sociability Run in Louisiana that will be held pre-conference from April 22-24, 2024.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association. Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
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ARLENE GOULD, Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau: https://natchitoches.com/
The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
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From litigations and depositions to counterclaims and pleadings, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" podcast with attorney Ward Heinrichs Employment Law Office of Ward Heinrichs gives a fun and informative overview of various legal terms that relate to court cases.
Hear Part One & Two in this "Understanding Legalese" Series here:
Part One: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/understanding-legalese-part-1/
Part Two: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/understanding-legalese-part-two/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://tinyurl.com/675vz9yy
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her experience with Secret Hawaii Tours while she was in Honolulu.
Guide Lanai Tabura, grew up on the pineapple island of Lanai in a family of foodies. His parents and grandparents loved sharing food with friends and even complete strangers. “They were giving food tours before food tours were a thing,” explains Lanai. “It seemed natural that I would do the same, as food is my passion.” Lanai went on to build a thriving business revolving around food. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/aloha-plate-hawaii-food-tour-in-honolulu/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her experience at Kualoa Ranch near Honolulu, Hawaii, a picturesque destination on Oahu’s windward side.
A Private Nature Reserve and working cattle ranch, the 4,000-acre property has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since the 1970s. Film aficionados might recognize parts of the ranch, as it is known as Hollywood’s “Hawaii’s Backlot,” due to the hundreds of movies and TV shows filmed here since the 1950s. Read Debbie's article about it all, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/real-hawaii-meets-hollywood-at-kualoa-ranch/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
Award-winning author Clifford Garstang returns to Big Blend Radio for a conversation about his latest novel, "The Last Bird of Paradise," plus a little bit of art history, the world of writing, travel, global lifestyles, and the balance of between power and love.
"The Last Bird of Paradise" focuses on two women, nearly a century apart, who seek to rebuild their lives when they reluctantly leave their homelands. Arriving in Singapore, they find romance in a tropical paradise, but also find they haven’t left behind the dangers that caused them to flee. In a lyrical blend of historical and contemporary drama, "The Last Bird of Paradise" explores the consequences of power imbalances—both domestic and geopolitical—against a lush, tropical backdrop.
Learn more at https://cliffordgarstang.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the art and life of Marion DeGrazia.
Born in 1905, in Upstate New York, Marion Sheret DeGrazia was a fine artist who had attended State Teachers College in Buffalo New York, and studied sculpture and modeling at Columbia University. She moved from the East Coast to Tucson, Arizona in 1941 with her young son Harold. In 1947, she married prominent southwest artist Ted DeGrazia. Marion was instrumental in the success of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, by managing the studio and allowing Ted DeGrazia to travel and show his art. After DeGrazia’s death in 1982, Marion continued the work of the foundation until her death in 2002 at the age of 97. Her work, which includes sculpture, paper mache reliefs and paintings, are on display throughout the Gallery in the Sun.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia
From Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Ella Fitzgerald, Dolly Parton, and Bonnie Raitt, to Katy Perry, Sinead O' Connor, Tracy Chapman, and Stevie Nicks, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Celebrates Over 100 Women Making History in Music!
Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World. Joey, who co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 4th Sunday, is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
BIG BLEND RADIO EXTRAS:
Joey's album "Joey Stuckey Presents: Ladies of the South" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0YjBnwVE1cCvuZCp7w1xyw?si=O06vx1zkRcqapbpX--ppLQ
Big Daily Blend "Wonder Women in Music" Spotify Playlist of over 140 songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1CIiWoH8sifIwS6yrDhsfY?si=b65e8eeb48be49de
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" show with Glynn Burrows focuses on the life and legend of Boadecia who was known as the Queen of the Iceni, a tribe in Norfolk, England. She led a massive uprising against The Romans around AD 60-61 and she died (it is thought by poisoning herself), after her army was defeated. Read Glynn's article about her, including why and how she has so many variations to the spelling and pronunciation of her name: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/boadicea-queen-of-the-iceni/
Glynn Burrows is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
It's all about the Fabulous Film Festivals, Screenings, and Palm Springs Movie Scene on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show.
FEATURED GUESTS:
* MICHAEL C. GREEN – Executive Director of the Palm Springs Cultural Center which incubates, produces, and encourages arts and cultural programs. He is also Chair of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-owner of Triangle Inn. Visit: https://psculturalcenter.org/ & https://www.triangle-inn.com/
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BETH ELLEN - Executive Director of the Desert Film Society that promotes the appreciation of film in the Coachella Valley by providing Society members an unique opportunity to view the latest in art, international & cutting-edge independent cinema and educating members by providing a platform for discussion of the art of film and film craft. Visit: https://desertfilmsociety.org/ & https://cinemafrancaisps.org/
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THEODORE "TEDDY" GROUYA is an award-winning filmmaker, and Founder & Director of the American Documentary And Animation Film Festival and Film Fund (AmDocs), as well as the Director of the Architecture Design Art Film Festival (ADAFF). The American Documentary And Animation Film Festival (AmDocs) is the largest documentary festival on the West Coast. The 13th Annual Festival runs from March 21-25, 2024. Visit: https://www.amdocfilmfest.com/
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/38883u9e
Jennifer McGuinness joins Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" and "Garden Gossip" podcasts to discuss her latest book, "Bird-Friendly Gardening: Guidance and Projects for Supporting Birds in Your Landscape." Releasing in April 2024 through Cool Springs Press, and available on pre-order, it's the ultimate and authoritative guide for cultivating a home landscape that embraces wildlife, specifically catering to a diverse array of native plants that nourish, shelter, and sustain birds.
Every individual has the power to significantly impact the lives of thousands of birds, whether they're passing through during migration or establishing a feathered haven for the next generation. Creating a bird-friendly haven for various species need not be an overwhelming task. The key lies in understanding the requirements of our avian companions and recognizing how native plants, coupled with intentional garden design, can fulfill those needs. In "Bird-Friendly Gardening," Jennifer McGuinness expertly presents this knowledge in an easy-to-follow, actionable format. More: https://frauzinnie.blogspot.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/
What is Death Cleaning? And, Should You Be Doing It?
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast with death doula Lea Brovedani, Lea explains death cleaning. Hear about steps to getting started, and how it can benefit someone stay organized in daily life and ultimately alleviate stress at their end stage of life as well as for their family.
Death Cleaning Aligns with Lea's 5 Pillars of Support as a Death Doula:
Spirit - Uphold beliefs and practices
Emotion - Honor feelings
Mind - Life review and gleaning meaning
Body - Increase comfort, health and safety
* Practical - Create completions
Learn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/
Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/b6c9jfnu
From Crostini to Croutons, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY show features Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor who shares how to use French Bread in recipes, and how to make his Warm Red Pepper & Mozzaella Crostini recipe. See Chef Ivan's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/warm-red-pepper-mozzarella-crostini/
Also part of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" podcast, this episode celebrates National French Bread Day (March 21).
In celebration of Women's History Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle is all about Travel Hacks and Apps for Women Travelers. See her blog post that's loaded with suggestions, here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/03/11/travel-hacks-and-apps-for-women-and-men-too/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
In celebration of Women's History Month, on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda talks about two extraordinary women in history, Isabella Bird and Queen Ka'ahumanu.
ISABELLA BIRD: Linda's latest novel, "Embrace of the Wild," was inspired by the life of equestrian explorer and travel writer Isabella Lucy Bird. It shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of a plucky English woman’s unflinching desire to be free. Listen to her Big Blend Radio interviews covering Isabella Bird:
Embrace of the Wild: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/linda-ballou-embrace-of-the-wild/
Faldorado on the Front Range: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/faldorado-in-the-front-range-with-isabella-bird/
QUEEN KA'AHUMANU: Linda's novel, “Wai-nani – A Voice from Old Hawaii,” was inspired by Queen Ka'ahumanu. Through Wai-nani’s eyes, experience the Hawaiian society as it existed when Captain James Cook arrived at Kealakekua Bay in 1779; ride the billowing seas with Eku, the wild dolphin she befriends; learn why she loved the savage, conflicted ruler, Makaha; walk with her as she defies ancient laws and harsh taboos of the Island people; share the love she received.
Story & Big Blend Radio about Wai-Nani: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wai-nani-a-voice-from-old-hawaii/
Linda's latest blog about Queen Ka'ahumanu: https://lostangeladventures.com/f/happy-birthday-kaahumanu--the-most-powerful-woman-in-old-hawaii
* Linda's blog about Jason Mamoa & Chief of War: https://lostangeladventures.com/f/chief-of-war-starring-jason-mamoa-to-air-in-2024
Follow Linda's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here: https://shows.acast.com/linda-ballou
From Fishing Tournaments and Motorcycle Runs to Music and Art & Crafts Festivals, Spring Picnics and Crawfish Boils, and more, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday Vacation Station "Go to Natchitoches" show is all about Spring Festivals and Family Fun in Louisiana's Oldest City! Featured guest is K. Nicole Connell, Communication Manager of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: http://tinyurl.com/yc8csn8b
Check out our Longleaf Vista Trail story and video here: http://tinyurl.com/4zmd969n
From the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone to Devils Tower National Monument and Mount Rushmore, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Susan Lanier-Graham, who shares some of her RV adventures through America's Western National Park Country, along with some great advice for those just getting started in RV travel.
Susan Lanier-Graham is the publisher and founder of https://www.wanderwithwonder.com, an award-winning digital food, wine, and travel publication. She is also managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, and has authored more than 75 books and hundreds of magazine articles for a variety of print and online publications.
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who talks about the history of theJewish holiday of Purim and how it is celebrated, and how to make Hamantaschen, a triangular filled-pocket pastry that refers to Haman, the villain in the Purim story. In 2024, Purim is celebrated the evening of March 23 until the evening of March 24. In Jerusalem, where Shushan Purim is celebrated, the festival takes place on the following day, from March 24 to March 25. See Ruth's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hamantaschen-for-purim/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast looks at the history and traditions of St. Patrick's Day, also known as the Feast of Saint Patrick. This religious and cultural holiday is held annually on March 17th, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. Read more and enjoy the "St. Paddy's Day" online jigsaw puzzle, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/st-patricks-day-traditions/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick shares talks about three noteworthy women artists in history that she has written about in Big Blend Magazines over the years.
HEAR ABOUT:
- ARTEMESIA GENTILESCHI (July 8, 1593 – c. 1656), who was an Italian Baroque painter considered among the most accomplished seventeenth-century artists, initially working in the style of Caravaggio.
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MARY EDMONIA LEWIS, aka "Wildfire" (July 4, 1844 – September 17, 1907), who was the first African-American and Native American sculptor to achieve national and then international prominence.
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ANNA MARY ROBERTSON MOSES, aka Grandma Moses, (September 7, 1860 – December 13, 1961), who was an American folk artist who gained popularity during the 1950s.
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. Visit: https://victoriachick.com/
Victoria appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" show features Louisiana author Ann Marie Jameson, known for her "Willow Rose" series of books that are set in Natchitoches, the oldest settlement in Louisiana. Books in the series include "A Bed of Roses,“ "Belle Rose,” “Petite Rose,” and “Coming Up Roses.” Ann Marie’s latest book, is “Lilly’s Redemption." While it isn’t a “Willow Rose” book, it is a spin-off of the series, and it has many of the same characters in it that Ann Marie’s fans have grown to love in reading her other books. Ann Marie's books are available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ann-Marie-Jameson/author/B07QDP7CSG?
Award-winning author Matt Cost returns to Big Blend Radio for a follow-up conversation since the release of his historical mystery, “Velma Gone Awry: A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery" (April 2023). Hear about his novel, "Mainely Wicked: A Goff Langdon Mainely Mystery" (Aug. 2023), and new novel, "Pirate Trap: A Clay Wolfe / Port Essex Mystery" which will be out on March 27, 2024.
Matt Cost writes the Mainely Mystery and the Clay Wolfe/Port Essex Mystery Series. He’s also written several books of historical fiction. He lives in Brunswick, Maine. More: https://mattcost.net
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show features John & Veronica Bush, owners and innkeepers of The Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Chama, which is north of Santa Fe and just south of the Colorado border. Hear about the historic inn (est. 1880), and what to experience in the greater Chama region including the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, the nature and outdoor recreational opportunities, and even some local folklore and unexplained mysteries!
Book your stay at https://www.thevictorianchama.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features debut author Tracy Mayo.
Tracy Mayo had a successful career, but one choice from her past continued to haunt her: forcibly giving up her baby at the age of fifteen. Now she’s sharing the inspiring story of her impossible journey to find him during the pre-Internet era in her memoir, “Childless Mother: A Search for Son and Self” (Vanguard Press, Mar 28, 2024).
Order "Childless Mother" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Childless-Mother-Search-Son-Self/dp/183794024X
For more about Books Forward, visit https://booksforward.com/
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From outdoor adventures to festivals, music, and foodie fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience in Lafayette this spring-fall 2024. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Former U.S. intelligence officer and award-winning and best-selling author Brian J. Morra joins Big Blend Radio to discuss his thrilling Able Archer series that's based on true historical events.
BOOK 1: THE ABLE ARCHERS - US Air Force Captain Kevin Cattani and Soviet GRU Colonel Ivan Levchenko team up in the fall of 1983 to stop the worst nuclear crisis of the Cold War.
BOOK 2: THE RIGHTEOUS ARROWS - Who can you trust when a cold war heats up and conflict seems inevitable? After collaborating to thwart nuclear war in "The Able Archers," Kevin Cattani and his Soviet counterpart, Ivan Levchenko, developed a deep mutual respect—but in The Righteous Arrows they are working against each other. Coming April 16, 2024, from Koehler Books.
Watch for Brian on the Netflix special, “Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War."
More at https://brianjmorra.com/
Enjoy this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark, who shares her nature adventures on the Azores Islands of Terceira and São Jorge.
The Azores are volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, halfway between the United States and Portugal. Take one of the direct flights from New York (or other North American spots), and you will soon be surrounded by unspoiled nature on these Portuguese islands. Read Jo's story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/experience-natural-beauty-on-the-amazing-azores-islands/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Saturday at 7pm EST. Listen here: https://shows.acast.com/jo-goes-everywhere
Keep up with Jo's adventures at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
It's all about Appaloosa Horses on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with equestrian expert Christy Wood.
Christy Wood is now on her second 13-year circuit of the Chief Joseph Trail Ride, a progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC). A portion of the ride is completed each year, with the entire sequence taking thirteen years to complete. Its route traces, as closely as possible, the route Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce took while attempting to escape the US Cavalry in 1877. Her latest book, “Hoofprints Across Time: A Trail Ride to Remember," is a memoir about her experiences in the Chief Joseph Trail Ride. More: https://www.wdnhorse.com/
The "ABC's of Horses" Podcast with Christy Wood airs every 2nd Saturday. Listen to the latest episodes here: https://shows.acast.com/abcs-of-horses
Poland’s breathtaking landscapes, history, and exceptional cuisine render it a must-visit destination. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sharon Kurtz shares her recent adventures in the captivating cities of Warsaw, Krakow, and Poznan, where she experienced Poland’s culinary renaissance and found hidden gems along the way. You can read about it in her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-poland-from-michelin-stars-to-hidden-gems/
Sharon Kurtz is an Austin-based freelance travel writer and award-winning photographer. She is passionate about exploring the world and sharing her experiences through captivating storytelling. She is an active member of The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and The International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Follow her travels on https://sharonkkurtz.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Shows with IFWTWA Here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-ifwtwa
From giant sequoia trees and wildflowers to seasonal events and family activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast shares what to experience in Early Spring in Tulare County, California.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. More: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. More: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Cassidy Collins - Tulare Chamber of Commerce. More: http://www.tularechamber.org/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
In honor of March 7, 2024 being Plant Power Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates vegetarianism and reducetrianism with this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview with Brian Kateman, President and Co-Founder of the Reducetarian Foundation.
CHECK OUT THESE PLANT POWERED PODCAST INTERVIEWS, RECIPES, BOOKS & RESOURCES:
The Reducetarian Solution: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-reducetarian-solution/
The Sweet & Sacory Life by Yecenia Currie: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/yecenia-currie-sweet-and-savory-life/
Viva La Vegan Happy Hour with John Schlimm: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/
Cooking with Ruth Milsten Podcast & Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
* Big Blend Vegetarian Recipe Guide: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/vegetarian-vegan-recipes/
This podcast is also featured on these Big Blend Radio shows: "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Quality of Life."
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast celebrates Arizona Wine Month and Women's History Month with a special panel Women in Wine discussion about regional wine varietals, winemaking, food and wine pairings, wine terminology, and more.
FEATURED GUESTS:
Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com/
Brooke Lowry Ide - Vino Stache Winery: https://www.vinostache.com/
* Kati Spencer - Twisted Union Winery: https://twistedunionwinecompany.com/
Check out Peggy's Roasted Vegetables with Couscous recipe as discussed on the show: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-vegetable-couscous/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Toast to The Arts" podcasts features Pierre Bensusan, an award-winning world music fingerstyle guitar master. Hear about his 2024 and 2025 North American tours, composing and performing his music, his signature Lowden guitars,a and indepth discussion on the positive power of music.
Pierre's latest album is "Azwan,“ primarily a solo instrumental album on which the guitar is conceived as an orchestra, delivering melody, bass, chords and counterpoint in the same space. Keep up with Pierre and his music and tour schedule at https://www.pierrebensusan.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique experiences to enjoy in Asheville, North Carolina this spring incuding rooftop cocktails, brews, and mural tours.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Kaye Bentley - Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours - https://www.ashevillerooftopbartours.com/
- Krista Stearns - Mountain Mural Tours - https://mountainmuraltours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/ycxwjkr7
In honor of Women's History Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who discusses the life and legacy of Julia Compton Moore, the wife of Lieutenant General Hal Moore. During the Vietnam War, Julia worked with the US Army to set up survivor support networks and casualty notification teams consisting of uniformed officers, which are still in use.
Along with over 20 other military history books, Mike Guardia is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. He is also the author of "Hal Moore on Leadership," and "Hal Moore: A Life in Puctures." His newly released book is “Fire in the Hole: Tales of Combat with the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/wkezexvb
This episode of Big Blend Radio features a TUCSON SISTERS IN CRIME panel discussion with some of the member writers and authors who will be at this year's Tucson Festival of Books, held March 9 & 10, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. Hear about their writing, books, and inspirations, plus, some of the short stories featured in the Tucson Sister in Crime book, "Trouble in Tucson: A Left Coast Anthology."
Featured Guests:
- Editor Eva Eldridge: http://evaeldridge.com
- Elaine A Powers: https://elaineapowers.com/
- Janet Alcorn: https://janetalcorn.com/
- Susan Cummins Miller: http://www.susancumminsmiller.com
- Kathy McIntosh: http://www.kathymcintosh.com/
- Marty Eberhardt: https://martyeberhardt.com/
- Lauryn Christopher: https://www.laurynchristopher.com
- Laurie Fagan: https://www.readlauriefagen.com/
- DR Ransdell: https://www.dr-ransdell.com/
Also, listen to the Big Blend Radio podcast covering some of the stories in the anthology, "Trouble in Tucson, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/trouble-in-tucson-anthology/
Learn more about the Tucson Sisters in Crime at https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features transformational life coach Shelley Whizin and mindset mentor Susan Rosenthal who share tips on how to transform challenges to joy and bridge one's personal and professional lives. Read Shelley's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/transforming-challenges-into-joy/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/30Wt88USJfw
SHELLEY WHIZIN is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
SUSAN ROSENTHAL, President of World Markets Group, is a Mindset Mentor and Business Growth and Innovation strategist for professionals, entrepreneurs, companies and non-profit organizations worldwide.
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: http://tinyurl.com/2bjbectk
In celebration of the 96th Annual Academy Awards held on March 10, 2024, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer focuses on movie soundtracks and theme songs, the positive power of the arts and gratitude, food and cocktails, and much more!
Johnny Schaefer co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him and his music at https://hearjohnny.com/
RESOURCES & LINKS AS DISCUSSED ON THE PODCAST:
MOVIE SOUNDTRACK PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/09VOyTCAuyiMUyZzmWk0tr?si=f3a701c8b65a41af
LA FONDA'S ATOMIC MARTINI RECIPE THAT CELEBRATE'S OPPENHEIMER: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/la-fonda-on-the-plazas-atomic-martini/
ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES ARTICLE: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/academy-museum-of-motion-pictures/
LOS ALAMOS, NEW MEXICO WHERE OPPENHEIMER WORKED: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walk-in-the-footsteps-of-scientific-creative-giants-in-los-alamos-new-mexico/
* HOLLYWOOD HISTORY WITH STEVE SCHNEICKERT: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/steve-schneickert-hollywood-history/
This episode of Big BlendRadio features Sharon K. Kurtz, a world traveler, travel writer, and award-winning photographer. We are thrilled to have Sharon join our Big Blend Radio family of expert contributors!
Sharon is dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Keep up with her Big Blend Radio podcast appearances and stories here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sharon-kurtz-travel-writer-and-photographer/
Follow Sharon's adventures on her blog, https://sharonkkurtz.com/
Step into a world of aromatic tranquility and delightful flavors as you explore the art of tea tasting from the comfort of your own home. This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," talks about her recent virtual Chinese tea-tasting experience with Friday Afternoon Tea.
Linda enjoyed an intellectual sensory journey that uncovered the nuances and complexities of different Chinese tea varieties, with the added convenience of delivered samples. Read her story, including what food to pair with the various teas, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-world-of-chinese-tea
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
Welcome to the very first episode of Big Blend Radio's NEW "Women Making History" podcast featuring a Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" podcast of our "Parks & The Arts" show featuring Tanya Ortega, an accomplished photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Hear about the new podcast, Tanya's photography career and NPAF's unique artist-in-residence programs in national park units across the country.
Check out Tanya's editorial Q&A about her photography: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/photography-art-insider-tanya-ortega
Listen to the Big Blend Radio Podcast Playlist of NPAF's Women Artists-in-Residence: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/sets/npaf-women-artists
Women's History within the National Parks Service: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/womenshistory/index.htm
Follow this new Big Blend Radio "Women Making History" podcast: https://shows.acast.com/women-making-history
This episode of Big Blend's ROAD TRIP Radio podcast features Steve & Karen Wilson who share their Kentucky Road Trip adventures including Cumberland Falls State Park and the Natural Bridge in Daniel Boone National Forest, and Buffalo Trace Distillery and Lexington Distilling on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
Known as "Mr & Mrs Wild," Steve and Karen own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve & Karen also co-host Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show which airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/ycxwjkr7
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on California Non-Compete Agreements and Contract Clauses, and why employers should not use them given that the state has dramatically increased the penalties for having non-compete clauses in employment-related agreements. Read Ward's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-non-compete-agreements-and-contract-clauses/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://tinyurl.com/675vz9yy
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her adventures in the National Park of American Samoa, which is one of the most remote national parks in the U.S.
It takes much effort and time to get here, but intrepid travelers who make the journey will discover untouched coral sand beaches, secluded villages, rainforests, rare flora and fauna, splendid vistas of land and sea and rich culture. Read about her visit: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/visiting-the-national-park-of-american-samoa/
Read Debbie's article about her experiences in the island country of Samoa, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-rewards-are-many-for-those-who-venture-to-samoa/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her adventures in Samoa, a small, Polynesian island country in the central South Pacific Ocean, halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii.
Samoa is made up of nine volcanic islands, four of which are inhabited. Along with its sublime landscape of white sand, palm tree-lined beaches, verdant rainforests, and dramatic mountain terrain, Samoa is known for its genuine hospitality. Read Debbie's article about her experiences, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-rewards-are-many-for-those-who-venture-to-samoa/
Also read about her visit to American Samoa National Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/visiting-the-national-park-of-american-samoa/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
This episode of Big Blend Radio's TOAST TO THE ARTS Show features songwriter, keyboardist, and bassist Neal Rosner who talks about his music and new solo album "Kentucky."
The album chronicles Neal's 12-year residency in Madisonville, Kentucky. Songs were written between 1972 -2023. Engineered by Steve Baker, a small studio with a big heart, the album is divided into 2 parts: Plain (secular) and With Peanut (semi- religious). Neal plays keyboards, some percussion and vocals. Some terrific local musicians are featured on the album like guitarists Boscoe France, Alonzo Pennington.
In support of Neal Rosner’s new release he will be playing gigs in the Chicago area with his prog-rock ensemble McLuhan. The album is available on Amazon, and Spotify.
More: https://www.facebook.com/neal.rosner
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the Spiritual Life of Ted DeGrazia including the annual "Way of the Cross" exhibit, the Mission in the Sun, Padre Kino, and more.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia
“Music to me is like breathing. I don’t get tired of breathing, I don’t get tired of music.” Ray Charles
From Ray Charles and Otis Redding to Little Richard and Clarence Carter, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates the African American music history of Georgia, the Peach State.
Special guest is Joey Stuckey, Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World. Joey, who co-hosts the Big Daily Blend podcast every 4th Sunday, is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
BIG BLEND RADIO EXTRAS:
Joey's "Sound of Georgia" episode: https://youtu.be/sCMbIUSFmqQ?feature=shared
Zakiya Hooker & Ollan Christopher Bell episode: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zakiya-hooker-and-ollan-christopher-bell/
From Medieval Churches to Historic Steam Trains, Bed & Breakfasts in the Countryside, and even a Brewery, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who talks about unique wedding destinations in England. Read his article about it all, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/getting-married-in-england/
Glynn Burrows appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a travel destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
The spring desert wildflower season has begun! This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show features Kimberli Munkres who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels. Hear all about the spring wildflower season including where and how to witness the beauty of these wonderful wildflowers, and the local boutique hotels that have gorgeous gardens to enjoy as part of your "flower powered" experience.
Listen to this past podcast covering outdoor experiences in Palm Springs that includes hiking and cycling, jeep tours and aerial tram rides: https://youtu.be/VF73FQsqev4?feature=shared
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/38883u9e
Podcast photo courtesy of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels & Visit Palm Springs.
Welcome to Part Four of our 4-Part Big Blend Radio NATURE CONNECTION Podcast series focusing on Nature Destinations Around the World and Across America.
This episode covers Nature Destinations in Coastal Mississippi and Florida:
- LISA EVANS - travel writer and photographer, and author of "“100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die.” Visit https://writerlisa.com/
- KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer and author of numerous Florida books. Visit http://www.katywalls.com / and https://www.americanroads.net/
* DIANE DOBRY - Travel writer, podcaster, and memoirist. More: https://discoverydaze.com, and https://hungarianaquarian.com/
LISTEN TO THE REST OF THE NATURE CONNECT PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES HERE: http://tinyurl.com/5dkvjyfx
EPISODE ONE features nature photographer and Nature Connection cohost Margot Carrera, who talks about Communing with Nature in Sacred Spaces.
EPISODE TWO covers Nature Destinations from Vermont to California & Ecuador with travel writers Jamie Edwards & Linda Ballou.
* EPISODE THREE covers Nature Destinations in North & South Carolina with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast, and travel writer Jo Clark.
Welcome to Part Three of our 4-Part Big Blend Radio NATURE CONNECTION Podcast series focusing on Nature Destinations Around the World and Across America.
This episode covers Nature Destinations in North & South Carolina:
- NORTH CAROLINA: Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast in Asheville, talk about what to experience in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Pisgah National Forest, in North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- SOUTH CAROLINA: Jo Clark, travel writer and photographer, talks about Huntington Beach State Park and Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, near Myrtle Beach in South Carolina. Follow Jo's blog at https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/
LISTEN TO THE REST OF THE NATURE CONNECT PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES HERE: http://tinyurl.com/5dkvjyfx
- EPISODE TWO covers Nature Destinations from Vermont to California & Ecuador with travel writers Jamie Edwards & Linda Ballou.
- EPISODE FOUR covers Nature Connections in Florda & Coastal Mississippi with travel writers Lisa Evans, Kathleen Walls, and Diane Dobry.
Welcome to Part Two of our 4-Part Big Blend Radio NATURE CONNECTION Podcast series focusing on Nature Destinations Around the World and Across America.
ON THIS EPISODE:
- LINDA BALLOU, award-winning travel writer and author, talks about her experience at Sacha Lodge in Ecuador as well as the natural highlights of where she lives in Los Angeles. Learn more about Linda, who hosts Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Podcast, at https://lostangeladventures.com/
- JAMIE EDWARDS, award-winning travel writer and photographer, talks about her nature experiences in beautoful Stowe, Vermont. Cehck out her article about this sustainable destination on her blog site: https://iamlostandfound.com/best-things-to-do-in-stowe-in-summer/
LISTEN TO THE REST OF THE NATURE CONNECT PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES HERE: http://tinyurl.com/5dkvjyfx
- EPISODE ONE features nature photographer and Nature Connection cohost Margot Carrera, who talks about Communing with Nature in Sacred Spaces.
- EPISODE THREE covers Nature Destinations in North & South Carolina with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast, and travel writer Jo Clark.
- EPISODE FOUR covers Nature Connections in Florda & Coastal Mississippi with travel writers Lisa Evans, Kathleen Walls, and Diane Dobry.
Welcome to Part One of our 4-Part Big Blend Radio NATURE CONNECTION Podcast series focusing on Nature Destinations Around the World and Across America. This episode features fine art nature photographer and co-host Margot Carrera who discusses sacred spaces in nature, and how we can energetically and spiritually help give back to nature. See Margot's photography, here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/margotcarrera/?etsrc=sdt
LISTEN TO THE REST OF THE NATURE CONNECT PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES HERE: http://tinyurl.com/5dkvjyfx
- EPISODE TWO covers Nature Destinations from Vermont to California & Ecuador with travel writers Jamie Edwards & Linda Ballou.
- EPISODE THREE covers Nature Destinations in North & South Carolina with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast, and travel writer Jo Clark.
- EPISODE FOUR covers Nature Connections in Florda & Coastal Mississippi with travel writers Lisa Evans, Kathleen Walls, and Diane Dobry.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the historic music and songs of the Jefferson Highway Era. The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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ROGER BELL, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, talks about the upcoming Jefferson Highway Conference held in Alexandria, Louisiana from April 24-27, 2024. Also hear about the Sociability Run in Louisiana that will be held pre-conference from April 22-24, 2024). Info: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
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CECELIA 'CECE" OTTO is a classically trained singer, composer, historian, recording artist, and international best-selling author. In 2013, she launched An American Songline with a 30-concert vintage music tour along the Lincoln Highway. She will be a featured presenter at the upcoming Annual Jefferson Highway Conference. More: https://americansongline.com/
SPECIAL THANKS to the Jefferson Highway Association, and the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau: https://natchitoches.com/
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda takes us to Tasmania where she spent a week exploring Cradle Mountain National Park, the Cataract Gorge in Launceston, and Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park on the sunny east coast.
With 40 percent of the land in this island state preserved with 880 tracks lacing the national parks, Tasmania is one of the last hold outs for true conservation. The caring population of just over half a million are doing all they can to keep their home clean and green. Read Linda's story, "Tasmania: The Devil Made Me Do It!" that's featured in her book, "Lost Angel Unleashed: Stories from the Heart."
Follow Linda's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here: https://shows.acast.com/linda-ballou
From the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers to the Columbia and Snake Rivers, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle is all about River Cruises in America.
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From wildflower hikes and family activities to annual festivals that celebrate the arts, seasonal flowers, history and culture, and more, it's all about Spring 2024 Celebrations in Natchitoches, Louisiana on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday Vacation Station "Go to Natchitoches" show with K. Nicole Connell, Communication Manager of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: http://tinyurl.com/yc8csn8b
Check out our Longleaf Vista Trail story and video here: http://tinyurl.com/4zmd969n
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Julie Diebolt Price who gives a fun overview of her southwest road trip from Phoenix, Arizona to Golden, Boulder, and Denver in Colorado, and Santa Fe and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Hear about the restaurants, public art, unique experiences, and amazing hotels she stayed in including Table Mountain Inn, Hotel Boulderado, The Maven Hotel, Inn & Spa at Loretto, and Hotel Chaco. You can read about it all in her article, here: http://tinyurl.com/5xvwdusj
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show, Ruth Milstein shares an easy recipe for Chocolate Cake Balls that uses already baked or bought chocolate cake, plus, wine pairing tips. See the recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chocolate-cake-and-wine/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Julie Diebolt Price who gives a fun overview of her southwest road trip from Phoenix, Arizona to Golden, Boulder, and Denver in Colorado, and Santa Fe and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Hear about the restaurants, public art, unique experiences, and amazing hotels she stayed in including Table Mountain Inn, Hotel Boulderado, The Maven Hotel, Inn & Spa at Loretto, and Hotel Chaco. You can read about it all in her article, here: http://tinyurl.com/5xvwdusj
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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In honor of World Whale Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show features global travelers and innkeepers Steve & Karen Wilson who talk about their whale watching experiences in North America and around the world from Washington State, Cape Cod, and Hawaii, to Tonga, Canada, South Africa, and the Galapagos Islands.
Started in 1980 by Greg Kauffman, founder of the Pacific Whale Foundation in Maui, Hawaii, World Whale Day is celebrated every year on the third Sunday in February. More: https://www.pacificwhale.org/
Known as "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," Steve & Karen Wilson are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. They also cohost Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Podcast every 1st Tuesday. More about The Lion & The Rose B&B: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Photos by Steve & Karen Wilson.
Have You Seen The One About...? On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick shares some personal observations about humor in art. Artists covered in this art podcast include noted illustrator Edward Abrams, artist Lund, and dark social realist Phillip Evergood. Read her article and view the art here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/personal-observations-on-humor-in-art/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624
In honor of World Pangolin Day, observed every third Saturday of February, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast focuses on the characteristics of Pangolins, why they have become the most trafficked mammal in the world, and the wildlife conservation organizations that are working to save and protect them.
Wildlife Conservation Organizations Working to Protect and Save Pangolins include:
- Pangolin Crisis Fund: https://pangolincrisisfund.org/
- IUCN SSC Pangolin: https://pangolinsg.org/
- David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation: https://davidshepherd.org/species/pangolins/
- World Wildlife Fund: https://www.worldwildlife.org/
- Save Pangolins: https://www.savepangolins.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features bestselling author Peter Kageyama who discusses his latest Kats Takemoto novel, MIDNIGHT CLIMAX.
In MIDNIGHT CLIMAX, Kats Takemoto, the nisei private detective from his first novel HUNTERS POINT, returns to investigate the murder of a young Chinese girl, killed in a covert CIA brothel in the heart of San Francisco. Her family, members of a Tong, a powerful Chinatown gang, demand vengeance that threatens to start an all-out war in Chinatown unless Kats can discover the truth behind the slaying. Along the way he will discover a personal connection to the suspected killer, a fellow veteran who was tortured and experimented on, turning him into a lethal weapon and a ticking bomb. Kats and his friends race to find this soldier before the government and the rival Tong gangs spiral into more bloodshed.
Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, Peter Kageyama is a third-generation Japanese American - sansei. He is a former Senior Fellow with the Alliance for Innovation and the author of four nonfiction books on cities and urban development. He was a finalist for the 2023 Roy Peter Clark Literary Award. More at: https://peterkageyama.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author George Franklin, a man who has worn many hats – lawyer, lobbyist, businessman, candidate, speaker and author.
In his latest work of political fiction, “A Feeding Frenzy in Washington” releasing on Sept. 15 2023, Franklin draws from his career experiences to offer a hilarious take on Congress today. It's a rollicking tale of Washington lobbying that makes you think twice about our government. The people and the story are all fictional, but there is a vein of truth in how lobbyists and Washington really work. George hopes readers get a good laugh out of his new book and take solace in the fact that our democracy has survived this long and somehow will continue. More: https://www.georgefranklinauthor.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Wendy Haase, President & CEO of Travel Santa Ana, who shares what visitors can experience in Santa Ana.
Centrally located in Orange County, Santa Ana is an ideal destination to stay in while experiencing all Southern California has to offer. Here you’ll discover a community rich in culture and pride. An art scene that is a mix of funky and folk. Restaurants serving authentic flavors of Mexico, along with plant-based recipes. Attractions that are hands-on and those that teach. Shopping for brand names and homemade. And events that celebrate all! More at: https://www.travelsantaana.com/
This Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Sept. 11-17, 2023. With September being National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, National Screening Month, and National Cholesterol Education Month our featured guest is Dr. Jacqueline Ebany, a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and best-selling author of “Women & Heart Disease: The Real Story.” Hear her "thumb up" and "thumb down" on this week's food holidays too!
THIS WEEK’S MUSIC PLAYLIST
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SEE THIS WEEK'S LIST of related articles, podcasts, recipes, and reading list: https://tinyurl.com/5n7tt6y7
Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of our new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow the show here on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yc7jus6k
From hiking the infamous Kalalau Trail that overlooks the Napali Coast Wilderness to touring Lydgate Chocolate Farm, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Ballou who talks about her recent adventures in Kauai. Lush with foliage, resplendent with waterfalls, and isolated by tumultuous surf, Kauai is the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rmbSLeSAPEM
You can read Linda's article about what she experienced in Kauai, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/kauai-an-island-apart/
You can also see her list of safe swimming beaches in Kauai, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/safe-swimming-beaches-on-kauai-hawaii/
Linda Ballou is a Southern California-based travel writer, and author. You will find a host of travel articles on her site https://lostangeladventures.com. For more about her novels and travel books go to http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on LBTGQ+ History and Upcoming Fall Events in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0VsbMvHj1iw
Featured Guests:
- KIMBERLI MUNKRES who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels @PalmSpringsStay a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- JULIE WARREN who represents the LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert, a community-based archive that documents, collects, preserves, and makes accessible the history of LGBTQ individuals, businesses, organizations, and events centered in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. More: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/
UPCOMING LBGTQ+ EVENTS IN PALM SPRINGS:
Pride on the Page Book Festival on Oct 13-14: https://tinyurl.com/4e29v6kj
Out on the Walk Exhibit – Celebrating LGBT Honorees on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/
Palm Springs Public Library - Drag Story Hour on Oct. 24: https://tinyurl.com/bdddwaad
Palm Springs Public Library – Art of Drag Art Exhibit on Nov. 18: https://tinyurl.com/bdhpmbhy
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Photos: Pride on Page 2022 featuring Sharon Gless and Peter Paige last year, credit David A Lee; and Drag Story Hour featuring Bella da Ball.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features food, wine, and travel writer Stacey Wittig who discusses various New Mexico Wineries that are easily accessible from the state's main highways.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/KCNzfhus0R0
Read Stacey's article that offers a cross-country road tripper's guide to must-viist wineries in the Land of Enchantment: https://tinyurl.com/4kwzahpn
Stacey Wittig writes about food, wine and travel for Winetraveler.com, UnstoppableStaceyTravel.com and Forbes, among others. Read more at https://unstoppablestaceytravel.com
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what you can experience in California's Sequoia Country from outdoor adventures like hiking, camping, and fishing, to exploring the local public art, and attending farmers markets, and seasonal festivals and events like the Tulare County Fair.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Fl5-GjLPkSw
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council
- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Peggy Fiandaca and her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owners and operators of LDV Winery are celebraring 15 years of winemaking in Arizona. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast, Peggy reminisces about their start in the winemaking business and shares some of the lessons they've learned along the way, as well as their goals for the future. You can read her article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ldv-winery-celebrates-15-years/
WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/D0btlGXsPJ0
In celebration of September being Natioanl MushroomMonth, Peggy also talks about her delicious Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe. See it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-stuffed-mushrooms/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on Porchfest, happening on October 7, 2023, in the Montford Historic District, the most historic neighbordhood in Asheville, North Carolina!
FEATURED GUESTS
- Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast: https://www.lion-rose.com/
- Musician & organizer Elzy Lindsey - Singer/songwriter Liz Teague who will be performing at The Lion & The Rose B&B.
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: http://tinyurl.com/3ewrb9b4
Get a Taste of September with this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast that celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Sept. 4-10, 2023.
FEATURED GUESTS
- Award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer - https://hearjohnny.com/
- Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona - https://thepeanutpatch.com/
THIS WEEK’S MUSIC PLAYLIST
Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/2bntmxks
Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/a8k2jxd5
SEE THIS WEEK'S LIST of related articles, podcasts, recipes, and reading list: https://tinyurl.com/5n6uhtkf
Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of our new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow the show here on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yc7jus6k
If you are a connoisseur of afternoon tea, you know how important it is to take part in high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria, B.C. From the lovely teacups steaming with exotic tea scents to the tiny bites of scones, desserts, and sandwiches, this is the ultimate elegant experience in the art of afternoon tea. Place your order, take a gentle sip of tea, and wait for the magic of afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress to begin.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her high tea experience at the Empress Hotel. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/afternoon-tea-at-the-empress-hotel/
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Md7yjSkqNgQ
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed singer/songwriter and multiinstrumentalist Lisa Gee. Here about her music, songwriting, and new EP "Shut It Down" that was produced and co-arranged by legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Cactus, Beck Bogert Appice; Ozzy Osbourne, and Rod Stewart), and features veteran bassist James LoMenzo (Megadeth, John Fogerty, Black Label Society, White Lion) and Don Mancuso (Lou Gramm Band, Black Sheep, D-Drive, Lips Turn Blue).
"Shut it Down" offers a musical tribute to the human experience. Songs of love, hate, exhilaration, exuberance, and the inevitable fallout we are all forced to confront at some point in our lives, radiate from the record via its cutting-edge production, infectious rhythms, and powerful vocals. Gee delivers this to her listeners and more, in a compact celebration of enchantments, vicissitudes, and uncertainties. https://lisagee.rocks/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features jazz fusion drummer and composer Bob Holz who talks about his new jazz album “Holz-Stathis: Collaborative” featuring John Mclaughlin, Jean Luc Ponty, Darryl Jones, Randy Brecker, Elliott Yamin, Alex Acuna, Airto Moreira, Brandon Fields, Ralphe Armstrong, Billy Steinway, Dean Brown, Ric Fierabracci, Jamie Glaser, Ada Rovatti, Karen Briggs, Diana Moreira Purim, Ben Shepherd and Frank Stepanek.
Featuring twelve new original tunes penned by Holz, Steinway, and Brown, this is Bob's 6th album for MVD Audio. Rob Stathis is the Executive Producer. The album is recorded and mixed by multiplatinum sound engineer Dennis Moody.
As a drummer, Bob Holz has made a significant mark in the jazz world and here he expands his love of latin jazz fusion rhythms by teaming up with Brazilian percussionist Airto Moreira, Alex Acuna(Weather Report) and Joey Heredia. This album exemplifies Holz's reputation as one of the top players in jazz and fusion. In the past Bob Holz has played and recorded with Larry Coryell, Mike Stern, Stanley Clarke and Randy Brecker. Bob Holz endorses Paiste cymbals, Canopus Drums and Ahead Drumstics.
http://www.bobholzband.com
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson (1775) to the Tucson Museum of Art, historic Hotel Congress, and Saint Augustine Cathedral, Eva Eldridge shares what to experience within two square miles of Downtown Tucson, Arizona, including murals and public art, shops and dining destinations. See her story here: https://tinyurl.com/5x5r8n3m
Eva Eldridge is a contributing writer for Big Blend Magazines. Along with travel and lifestyle articles, she also writes fiction and poetry. She was editor of the Tucson Sisters in Crime anthology, “Trouble in Tucson.” More: https://evaeldridge.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features a conversation with Dr. Diane Dobry who lives to eat, teach, travel, and tell stories. As an accomplished self-taught cook and writer who knows Hungary and Hungarian wines well, she has filled 50 years of diaries, and has extensive teaching and research experience.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PcUbAWsq9Dc
Currently an online educator and freelance writer, blogger, podcaster, who worked for almost two decades in higher education PR, Diane made the shift to the faculty side of academia after experiencing the European work-life balance while living in Hungary as an English instructor. Her special interest in Hungary developed while doing research on television there in 2004, which, in a roundabout way led her to become an importer of Hungarian wines to the US.
She’s writing a few books: her memoir, “Getting Hungary; Thirsty for Hungary,” a book on Hungarian wine basics; and most recently, family memoirs, including “Aunt Marie’s Diaries,” a book about her great aunt’s life based on diaries written from 1930 to 1941, and her grandmother’s stories called “Out of Ithaca.”
Her websites include: https://www.gettinghungary.com/ https://hungarianaquarian.com/ https://discoverydaze.com/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Bob & Tiffany Bertram, owners and innkeepers of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast located near Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is a lovely log-cabin style lodging destination that's beautifully situated on 62-acres of woodlands, in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains in Bismarck. There are walking trails to explore, an outdoor firepit, gardens, and a full-length front porch that provides an excellent bird watching vantage point. All rooms feature luxury bedding, private baths (2 with jetted tubs), and home cooked breakfasts.
There is so much to experience in the area including the city of Hot Springs which is part of Hot Springs National Park, Garvan Woodland Gardens, Crater of Diamonds State Park, DeGray Lake State Park, Lake Ouachita State Park, Lake Catherine State Park, Magic Springs & Crystal Falls.
On April 8, 2024, the solar eclipse path of totality will pass directly over Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast. Learn more and see the special packages available at https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Kathleen Walls who talks about her travel writing adventures, novels, and non-fiction books.
A former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, Kathleen is the publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She currently resides in Middleburg, FL and has lived in Florida most of her life but travels extensively, mainly in the Southeast. Kathleen was born in New Orleans and goes back often to Louisiana. She has lived in Mississippi and Georgia as well. Sort of like the Johnny Cash song “I’ve Been Everywhere.”
Kathleen is the author of numerous travel books, ghost stories, true crime and mystery novels, and more. She is currently working on the book "American Music: Born in the USA: A History of American Music." Find her books here: http://www.katywalls.com/
Keep an ear out for more of her guest appearances on Big Blend Radio and follow her travel adventures at: https://www.americanroads.net/
Say Goodbye to August and Hello to September with this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast that celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Aug. 28-Sept. 3, 2023, plus, the 6th Annual Joey Stuckey Alive Day that will be held on Sept. 29 in downtown Macon, Georgia.
Featured guests on the podcast include musicians, singers, and songwriters Joey Stuckey, Pam Bedwell, Nick Malloy, and Tom Rule, who will all be performing at Joey Stuckey’s Alive Day, which is free, family-friendly, and also recognized in Macon-Bibb as an Official Day Of Celebration by the Mayor. The special event celebrates the day that Joey’s brain tumor was successfully removed. It was thought that he wouldn't survive the tumor or surgery, and that if he did, he would never walk or talk again. Though the tumor left him blind and with a host of other health challenges, he says “I am most gloriously alive and so grateful for the life I have and for my friends, family and for the gift of music!” More about Joey Stuckey Alive Day: https://www.joeystuckey.com/news/alive-day
THIS WEEK’S MUSIC PLAYLIST * Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/5xzjutjr * Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mtww3pc3
SEE THIS WEEK'S READING LIST, RELATED ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES & MORE: https://tinyurl.com/mr3kftew
Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend
From Caernarfon Castle and Conwy Castle to Bangor Pier and the Eastern Point Lighthouse and Puffin Island, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who shares his vacation experience in Penmaemawr, Wales.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DkCb6Fulrhc
See Glynn's story and photos, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-penmaemawr-wales/
Glynn Burrows appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's NATURE CONNECTION Show features ecologists Adrienne Edwards and Rachel Schleiger, authors of "FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME: A Manual for Readiness in Wildfire Country."
A must have for homeowners living in wildfire country, FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME is a hardworking guide to mitigating the risk of wildfire spreading to homes and property through the use of native plants and garden design. In addition to design recommendations and maintenance techniques, the book features an in-depth list of hundreds of native plants that have evolved to coexist with fires. Edwards and Schleiger diligently explore how and why these plants sustain wildlife and are powerful tools for defending homes from wildfires. Approachable and thorough, FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME is an essential guide to teach homeowners how to protect their property while cultivating a lush and attractive landscape.
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series that airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Follow the Nature Connection Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/bigblendradio-nature
NOTE: This episode was recorded before the Maui Wildfires. To help Maui's recovery through donations, volunteering, and providing services, please visit https://www.mauinuistrong.info/
From Kansas and Missouri to Oklahoma and Louisiana, it's all about art on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show. Hear about folk artist Clementine Hunter and Caroline Dormon in Natchitoches, Louisiana, along with Kansas City and Missouri muralist Thomas Hart Benton and Eric Bransby, and acclaimed destinations like the Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee.
FEATURED GUESTS: - ROGER BELL - President of theJefferson Highway Association - https://jeffersonhighway.org/ - ARLENE GOULD - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau in Louisiana - https://natchitoches.com/ - SEAN BARNEY - Executive Director of the Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee, Oklahoma - http://www.fivetribes.org/ - VICTORIA CHICK - Artist & Art History Expert - https://victoriachick.com/
Website & Article Links That Relate to the Conversation: * Thomas Hart Benton: https://tinyurl.com/4sm7c2vy * Eric Bransby: https://tinyurl.com/26tnfbrj * Clementine Hunter / Melrose Plantation: http://www.melroseplantation.org/ * Caroline Dormon / Briarwood Nature Preserve: https://briarwoodnp.org/
The Jefferson Highway Association was originally founded by the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT. Follow the show here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2ur6mr
This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS business and career show features an expert panel discussion focusing on the pros and cons of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and how it is used in various industries such as the music and the arts, communication and customer service, agriculture, tourism, and technology for those who are disabled.
FEATURED GUESTS: - Joey Stuckey - Blind guitarist, musician, recording artist and producer. https://www.joeystuckey.com/ - Ward Heinrichs - San Diego employment attorney. https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ - Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery in Arizona. https://ldvwinery.com/ - Johnny Schaefer - Award-winning singer-songwriter. https://hearjohnny.com/ - Steve Piacente - Life coach, communication specialist, and author. https://www.stevepiacente.com/ - Glynn Burrows - Family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 4-Day Self-Guided Tour of Lisbon and Sintra, Portugal that was put together through InnTravel.
Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal, and as such, is a vibrant, multi-faceted destination with no shortage of places to explore. The entire city of Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is home to a combination of unique historic properties amid stunning natural scenery. Read Debbie's travel story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/4-day-self-guided-tour-of-lisbon-and-sintra/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who talks about goat cheese, figs, and how to make her delicious recipe "Happy-Herb Goat Cheese Garlic Bread." See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/happy-herb-goat-cheese-garlic-bread/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about the life, art, and legacy of award-winning artist and muralist Eric Bransby. He studied and made murals and taught art at Yale University, Brigham Young University, and University of Missouri-Kansas City. Read Victoria's article about Eric Bransby here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-eric-bransby/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/artist-victoria-chick
See Victoria's work: https://victoriachick.com/
Special thanks to the City of Liberty, Missouri for the image of Eric Bransby’s mural in their Council Chambers. More about Liberty, Missouri and their murals at: https://www.libertymissouri.gov/
From India and Canada to Guatemala and Maruitius, it's all about Lake Destinations and more on Big Blend Radio's "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).
Featured Guests: MICHELLE FEDOSOFF is a writer and photographer who has travelled to 13 countries and is always on the look out to find unique and interesting things to do. From counting turtle eggs in Mexico to looking for tigers in India, eating Haggis in Scotland and pig snout in Spain, drinking Chai tea from street vendors in India to black sesame hot chocolate in Canada, she is willing to try almost anything once. * Michelle's Story featuring Lake Osoyoos in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley: https://tinyurl.com/mrx2ty7m
SUCHETA RAWAL is an award-winning South Asian food and travel writer, author of 'Beato Goes To' series of children's books, and founder of the non-profit, Go Eat Give. She has personally traveled to over 100 countries across seven continents and writes about her experiences from her firsthand perspective. Sucheta’s mission is to promote meaningful and sustainable travel for the betterment of the global community. * Sucheta's Stories on Lake Destinations: - Dal Lake in India - https://tinyurl.com/ykz662h9 - Ganga Talao in Mauritius - https://tinyurl.com/ufwas6ds - Lake Atitlan in Guatemala - https://suchetarawal.com/category/guatemala/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses How to Rebuild Trust. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. See the Impact of Trust Infographic: https://leabrovedani.com/2019/10/the-impact-of-trust-infographic/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
From West Minster Abbey and the Tower of London to Pub Fare and Sticky Toffee Pudding, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features travel advisor Cheryl Ogle who shares some of her favorite attractions and activities in London. See her blog about London here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/07/29/london-calling/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
Mark your calendars for the 17th Annual Natchitoches Car Show! Held from September 29-30, 2023, over 400 classic cars will line the streets of Downtown Natchitoches, Louisiana, plus there’s a poker run, food, live music, shopping, dancing, and kids’ activities.
Giving us the scoop on all the event highlights, plus a glimpse on other fall and holiday festivities, featured guests on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show include: - Arlene Gould - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau - Jill Leo - Director of Promotions & Events for the Natchitoches Historic District Business Association, and Natchitoches Main Street
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
This episode of Big Blend Radio features pianist, composer, keyboardist, electronic musician, and conceptual artist Todd Cochran. The Automatic Man legend talks about his music and new album “From The Vault: Notes For The Future."
“From The Vault” is structured around a sequence of recurring themes and develops as an unfolding tour of references, hints, and clues. This narrative exploration and foray into Cochran’s jazz, classical, and electronic music palettes is available now through Blue Buddha Productions at bluebuddha.bandcamp.com/
More about Todd Cochran's career and music: www.toddcochran.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Talking All Things Apples, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Jeremy Manley, Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro which is located in Wynola, just a couple of miles from Julian, San Diego's popular mountain destination. Julian is a historic gold rush town that is known for growing apples and peaches, and home to local wineries and breweries, eclectic and boutique shops, parks and outdoor recreation areas. Jeremy's on the Hill is known for serving innovative and fresh farm-to-table cuisine, locally produced wine and beer, as well as cocktails. More at https://bestrestaurantinjulian.com/
See Jeremy's "Monte de Julian" Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/fBlXUVUq-nE
From a solo rereat or romantic escape, to a girlfriends getaway or family reunion, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on Women's Travel in Palm Springs, California.
Featured guest is Kimberli Munkres who represents the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Follow this Big Blend Radio podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Elaine Masters who shares her experience in historic Ely, Nevada. This remote road trip destination lies along Highway 50, once claimed was the ‘loneliest road in the world.’ Ely has its charms as a pre-gentrified lodestone of historical color and Western culture. It may be unvarnished but year-round, it is rich in things to do and see.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/x11i0CRXCrM
Read Elaine's story about her visit to Ely, here: https://tinyurl.com/3f5wjyhd
An award-winning freelance travel writer, blogger, videographer, and founder of Tripwellgal.com, Elaine Masters covers mindful travel, food, overlooked experiences and destinations. Follow her adventures at https://www.tripwellgal.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From the Annual Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque and Burning of Zozobra in Santa Fe, to the Indigenous People’s Celebration and Hatch Chile Harvest Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on what to Celebrate this Late Summer and Early Fall Season in New Mexico.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/SM-34XvdyNM
Featured guest is Ryan Miller, who along with his wife Jessica, owns and runs The Bobcat Inn in Santa Fe, New Mexico. See their beautiful property here: https://www.bobcatinn.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward - A SPECIAL BOOK LOVERS DAY BROADCAST - features middle-grade author Kimberly Behre Kenna, who discusses the second installment of her popular "Brave Girls" collection, “Jett Jamison and the Secret Storm."
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/U-2PHgrxhTA
“Jett Jamison” follows a pre-teen as she battles book censorship in her town along with a secret personal trauma. Hailed as “Speak” for a new generation, the story celebrates speaking up about the difficult issue of sexual assault while honoring the messy journey to finding one’s voice.
Hear our first Big Blend Radio podcast with Kimberly about her first book in the series, "Artemis Sparke and the Sound Seekers Brigade," that promotes environmentalism, celebrating what makes you unique, finding your voice, and standing up for what’s right. Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3umfynvy
More about Kimberly Behre Kenna: https://www.kimberlybehrekenna.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Deborah Wakefield of CityPASS, who shares how you can save BIG on the top attractions in Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, San Diego & Southern California, San Francisco, Seattle, and Toronto. Learn more at https://www.citypass.com/
This Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Photo: Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise — Cruise passing under the Golden Gate Bridge. Courtesy of Blue & Gold Fleet / CityPASS.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who explains the various forms of military communication systems, especially during battles like World War II, Vietnam, and Desert Storm.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest books are “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II”and “Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-mike-guardia-military-history
In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication has become more important than ever. However, it’s not just about exchanging words; it’s about engaging in conscious communication, and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show is all about.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PHMAow2DxIU
Shelley Whizin shares how conscious communication involves being fully present, aware, and intentional in our interactions with others. Enjoy the podcast conversation and check out her article that explores the significance of conscious communication and how it can help us build deeper connections. See: https://tinyurl.com/5ymeunr4
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
Tune into Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show every first Sunday here: https://tinyurl.com/5xmkm227
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her tasting experience at Starbucks Reserve™ Roastery in Seattle.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_eLVjGbVf0Y
Located in Seattle’s lively Capitol Hill neighborhood, and the original of the 6 now available to visit, this popular roastery is where guests taste the results of master roasters, mixologists, and baristas all working together to create flavorful, often unexpectedly artful expressions of coffee from rare, single-origin coffees. Read Linda's article about her experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/starbucks-reserve-roastery-in-seattle/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Parks & The Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Leah Waybright, a life-long Composer, Pianist, Recording Artist, Teacher, Floral Artist, Wildflower Preservationist, and Dreamer. Her newest CD, “Dreamed” is out now and features members of Happy The Man, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Steely Dan. In this conversation Leah talks about her music, childhood in Gettysburg, and work in floral design and wildflowers, especially at The Wildflower Island at Teatown Lake Reservation in Ossining, New York.
The common thread that connects Leah's many professions is her role as a Storyteller. Hundreds of lectures and the wide variety of special floral programs she has presented for Garden Clubs and Civic Groups are the most obvious examples of her Storytelling.
However, her ability to tell a compelling story is not limited to words. Despite the instrumental nature of her music, her unique approach to composition and instrumentation means that each vignette reveals an unfolding and ever-evolving story rich with meaning. As a steward of the Earth, Leah’s creativity and mindset benefitted from the pauses in older projects, and the development of new projects, but throughout she consistently creates new music through improvisation and then hones it with a nurturing process similar to the way she cultivates her beloved plants and wildflowers. More: http://www.leahwaybright.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From visiting the iconic Giant Sequoia Trees and Fishing on Kaweah Lake and Lake Success to Viewing the Stars at the Dark Sky Festival or attending the Annual Dinuba Raisin Day Festival, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on the end-of-summer summer experiences you can enjoy in the parks, forest, and local communities.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/UKAB7Qs15OM
Featured Guests: - Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/ - Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce. Info: https://www.dinubachamber.com/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Arizona Wine Vacations, the upcoming Harvest Season, white wines, and wine terminology. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Their vineyard is in the Chiricahua foothills of southeast Arizona and their tasting room is in Scottsdale. More: https://ldvwinery.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4hfughIezdc
Check out Peggy's Fresh Corn Salad Recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/nhdnav8z
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
From whitewater rafting, river tubing, and forest ziplining to local baseball games, music festivals, and special events for nature lovers, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on what to experience at the end of summer in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville" are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donovan Plant, a former San Francisco private detective who spent nearly two decades chasing leads and tailing cheaters before returning to his musical roots in 2011. Since then, he has released two solo records, and now with the band he formed in 2018, DONOVAN PLANT & THE LEAFS have recently released their new 3-song EP NIGHT FEEL GOOD.
Blending rock, country, and pop with lyrics inspired by the city, DONOVAN PLANT & THE LEAFS includes drummer Lliam Hart (Information Society/Wire Train), bassist Mike Henry (Minus One) and lead guitarist Jason Rojek (Sugar Crash).
More at www.donovanplantmusic.com/
Recorded from a small hobby farm in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas, this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast celebrates musicians born in August, as well as this month’s national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings.
MUSIC PLAYLIST * Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/2tr53x25 * Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yuchm87x
FOR RECIPES, PODCASTS & ARTICLES for this week's podcast, see: https://tinyurl.com/3sv7kfwp
Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend
This episode of Big Blend Radio features guitar legend Juan Carlos Quintero who discusses his music, management partnership with Amy Worthington of Inner Knot Records, and, upcoming album "Desserts," a delicious follow up to his album "Table for Five."
A 30-year veteran, Juan Carlos Quintero has experienced multiple facets in the music industry as a recording artist, label owner, composer/publisher and TV & Film music executive. Producing and composing has been the forefront of a distinguished career while establishing a succession of critically acclaimed chart-topping albums in Latin Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, World Music and Smooth Jazz categories. Recognized as a renowned international jazz artist, Juan Carlos' signature-led guitar voice veiled over genuine original works serve as pillars of a unique global brand - fusing contemporary jazz stylings alongside authentic rhythms emanating from his native homeland, Colombia SA. More: https://www.juancarlosquintero.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's NATURE CONNECTION Show features David Scheel. PhD, who has been studying octopuses for more than 25 years, specializing in animal behavior.
In his book, "MANY THINGS UNDER A ROCK: The Mysteries of Octopuses," Dr. Scheel shares his research, as well as that of other marine biologists, to show us much of what has been learned—and remains to be understood—about these fascinating sea creatures. As he explains, more than 300 different species of octopuses exist, yet their elusive behavior and the changing nature of their appearance make them difficult to locate, identify, and study. More: https://alaskaoctopus.com/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series that airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Follow the Nature Connection Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/bigblendradio-nature
This episode of Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Show is all about three unique and historic lodging destinations.
FEATURED GUESTS: - Roger Bell - Jefferson Highway Association - https://jeffersonhighway.org/ - Arlene Gould - Natchitoches Tourism - https://natchitoches.com/ - Bridget Metoyer - Steel Magnolia House B&B in Natchitoches, Louisiana - http://steelmagnoliahouse.net/ - Martha Turner - Hotel Bentley in Alexandria, Louisiana - https://www.visithotelbentley.com/ - Mellisa Leach - Historic Park Park Inn in Mason City, Iowa - https://historicparkinn.com/
The Jefferson Highway Association was originally founded by the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-jefferson-highway
The California legislature is in the process of creating new laws. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of the new Legislative Bills Pending in California. For a list of the bills he talks about, see his article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/legislative-bills-pending-in-california/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/KA-S6xSz6TI
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://tinyurl.com/675vz9yy
Memphis is a city with heart and a whole lot of soul. Take its pulse and register the passion, pride, and resiliency that resonates through the people. This is a town where the roots of history run deep, where music beats through the city’s lifeblood, and where the cultural tapestry is rich with influences from across the globe. And this is a place where visitors receive a warm welcome and good old Southern hospitality.
As travel writer Debbie Stone shares on this episode of Big Blend Radio, you'll never lack things to do in Memphis. Whether you’re a history buff, music lover, foodie, or culture vulture, this town has you covered. Check out her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/memphis-is-my-kind-of-town/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Catch her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
From Cheese, Tequila & Wine to Buffalo Soldiers, Park Rangers, Barbies, Tigers & Mutts, Celebrate the end of July 2023 with Big Blend Radio’s BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast covering the holiday’s, birth anniversaries and pop culture history that spans July 24-30, 2023. For articles and recipes that connect with this week, see: https://tinyurl.com/2jt66by8
Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of our new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Featured guest is Joey Stuckey, an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator, and sound engineer. He’s also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “Southern Rock Capital of the World.” More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
THIS WEEK'S MUSIC PLAYLIST: * ON YOUTUBE: https://tinyurl.com/494845vf * ON SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/2ucxecb3
Featured music on the playlist spans from David Bowie, Pink Floyd and Jethro Tull to Buddy Guy, George Thorougood & Lou Rawls, Miranda Lambert , Kate Bush and Natalie Merchant, plus, our Big Blend Radio friends Joey Stuckey & Nicki Kris.
From Cromer Crab and farm-fresh Ice Cream to historic Sandringham and the beautiful Norfolk Broads, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours, who shares 10 Must-Do Experiences in Norfolk, England. See Glynn's story and photos: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ten-must-do-experiences-in-norfolk-england/
Glynn Burrows appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3um
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Planning an Antarctic Adventure? This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Judi Cohen, who has cruised in Antarctica three times on both small expedition ships and mainstream cruise ships. Hear about her experiences and tips on that to consider before booking your Antarctic adventure. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-guide-to-planning-your-antarctic-adventure/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Qs408nNXwF0
Canadian Travel and Cruise Writer, Judi Cohen (aka Traveling Judi), has travelled to over 90 countries on six continents and is an expert on small ships, expedition cruising, and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Judi has seen Canada from sea to sea to sea and is continuing to gather memories and document her journey along the way. Follow her adventures: https://travelingjudi.com/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani who discusses what one can learn about living, from those who are dying. Read her article outlining these life lessons here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/life-lessons-from-those-who-are-dying/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/7hdUtvh0l1k
Known as the "Soul Journey Doula," Lea is a an end-of-life midwife. You can hear interview about that here: https://youtu.be/C7i-t9WvUJg Learn more about Lea's Doula work here: https://souljourneydoula.com/
Lea is also a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Lea is on Big Blend Radio every Third Thursday.
We're Celebrating "Christmas in July" on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. Hear all about Europe's Christmas & Yuletide Markets and how you can enjoy them on a cruise, or even by coach. See her blog about it: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/07/10/christmas-in-july/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/imKlF4LgO9c
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
Mark your calendars for some September Festival Fun in Natchitoches, the oldest city in the state of Louisiana!
Giving us the scoop on all the even highlights from live music and poker runs to food and family entertainment, featured guests on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show include: - Arlene Gound - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau - Melvin Holmes - 24th Annual Cane River Zydeco Festival & Poker Run held September 1 & 2, 2023 - Jimmy Harper - 21st Annual Meat Pie Festival held in Natchitoches, the Meat Pie Capital of Louisiana, on September 15 & 16, 2023. Info: https://www.meatpiefestival.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
It's all about Coastal Destinations on Big Blend Radio's "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Cascais, Portugal and the Oregon Coast to Coastal Mississippi and the Gulf Shores of Alabama, this fun travel chat covers unique experiences in beach communities including regional cuisine, outdoor activities and scenic sights, lodging options, and more.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/NtoLnY4uETw
Featured Guests:
- JAN SCHRODER is editor-in-chief of https://thetravel100.com/. She has several years of editorial and social media experience at magazines and newspapers. Her travel writing has appeared in numerous publications and online outlets. She is a native of Atlanta and a graduate of the University of Virginia.
Jan's Story Spotlights:
* https://thetravel100.com/cascais-portugal/
https://thetravel100.com/fun-things-to-do-in-gulf-shores/
https://www.orbitz.com/blog/2018/01/5-best-hotels-for-a-romantic-getaway-on-the-oregon-coast/
- LISA EVANS is a freelance travel journalist, photographer and author of the book "100 Things to Do in Coastal Mississippi Before You Die, "available through Reedy Press. She has always enjoyed the outdoors and nature and often includes them in her work. History is another passion - every place has a story to tell if only you find it. Music is yet another area that tells great stories if only one will listen. Visit her site: https://writerlisa.com/ Lisa's Story Spotlights:
- https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/coastal-mississippi-let-us-surprise-you/
- https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-venture-into-coastal-mississippi/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares tips on preparing food for a family picnic in the park. Read her tips here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/family-picnics-in-the-park/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about the life, art, and legacy of midwest artist Grant Wood (1861-1942). Grant Wood was a master metal craftsman, jeweler, teacher, interior decorator, and a fine artist both celebrated and reviled during his lifetime. The turning point in his art life came when he exhibited “American Gothic” at the 1930 Chicago Art Institute Exhibition where it won a medal and was purchased by the Art Institute. Read Victoria's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-art-career-and-legacy-of-grant-wood/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show is all about "Savor the San Juans," a fall celebration of food, farms and films - now in its 16th year! Slow down and enjoy farm tours and farmers markets, two film festivals, brew fests, harvest dinners, wine and spirits tastings, and so much more. Savor is a great way to ease into a slower time of year while basking in the food, spirits, music, and natural beauty of Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Islands in Washington State. Info: https://www.visitsanjuans.com/savor
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RWvSws53CJk
Featured guest is Amy Nesler, Stewardship & Communications Manager of the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau. This show is presented in collaboration with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two unique Bed & Breakfast stays in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment. Hear about the lodgings, wild west and train history, nature and and outdoor adventures, and more.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/3OopSQ8qCis
Featured Bed & Breakfasts: - John & Veronica Bush - The Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Chama, which is north of Santa Fe and just south of the Colorado border. See: https://www.thevictorianchama.com/ - Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City in the Southwest region of the state. See: https://www.casitasdegila.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Sid Balman Jr., author of the acclaimed SEVENTH FLAG trilogy. Hear an overview of the first two books, "Seventh Flag" and "Murmuration," and a discussion about the final installment "Algorithms."
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/fwV0r_QP9U8
Out on Aug. 1, 2023 and available for pre-order now, "Algorithms" thrusts readers thirty years into the future, a dystopic reality of regional fiefdoms, marauding scavengers, and the quest for ultimate power: the Algorithms of everything, which have been secretly pilfered from an undersea Internet cable, stored on hard drives, and implanted in the last surviving blue whale.
A Pulitzer-nominated national security correspondent and Writer in Residence at Sul Ross State University, Sid Balman Jr. has covered wars in the Persian Gulf, Somalia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Kosovo, and has traveled extensively with two American presidents and four secretaries of state on overseas diplomatic missions. More at: https://www.sidbalman.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
From dining and shopping to relaxing poolside, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA is all about what to experience and where to stay this summer in Palm Springs, California. Featured guest Kimberli Munkres from Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zXKSD7b2Ocw
Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is an association of independently-owned boutique hotels, which are an essential part of this desert resort town's uncommon culture and economy. From quirky to charming, mid-century modern to clothing-optional, Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels has got your stay. See: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Photo: The Del Marcos Hotel courtesy Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Will Hawkins, founder of Nine Mile Station Band, who are getting ready to release their self-titled album on July 21, 2023 with an album release show on July 29 at The Troubador. Mixed by multi-grammy award-winning producer Al Schmitt and engineered by grammy-award winning Niko Bolas, the album features 11 original cuts of modern Americana, with influences as diverse as Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Bruce Springsteen, Wilco, Nick Cave, Neil Young and Bob Dylan.
WATCH THIS PODCAST WITH MUSIC VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/BXmDvwCYonI
NINE MILE STATION are: Will Hawkins - Lead vocals and guitar Fernando Perdomo - Lead Guitar Nick Moran - Drums Brendan Vasquez - Bass
More at https://www.ninemilestationmusic.com/
From Kittens, Horses & Guinea Pigs to Blueberries, Cherries & Piña Coladas, enjoy Big Blend Radio’s BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast with this episode covering the holiday’s, birth anniversaries and pop culture history that spans July 10-16, 2023. Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of the new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Listen to the podcast and check out https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-weekly-blend-podcast-july-10-16-2023/ to get the music playlist, articles, and recipes that connect with and celebrate this week!
MUSIC PLAYLIST: * Listen on YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/5fe8xytr * Listen on Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/2tdvkbk6
It's all about The Arts & Summer Fun on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on outdoor adventures in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Vvi60e0qOvk
FEATURED GUESTS: - Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/ - Scott Slaven - Palm Springs Art Museum - https://www.psmuseum.org/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show, comics journalist Andy Warner discusses his work and third National Parks Arts Foundation residency in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Warner is a comics journalist and artist, whose comics range between journalism, documentary and memoir. He is the author of "This Land is My Land," "Spring Rain," the NY Times Best Selling "Brief Histories of Everyday Objects," and the YA history series "Andy Warner’s Oddball Histories: Pests and Pets." Keep up with Andy: https://www.andywarnercomics.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and the organization's unique artist residencies: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Follow Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation, here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-the-arts-and-parks
Hooray! After last year's wildfires and recent winter weather challenges, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are back open! From accesible trails to family-friendly activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on the summer experiences you can enjoy in the parks and their local communities.
Featured Guests: - Sinitia Kawasaki-Lee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Info: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Storing Wine. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Peggy also gives an update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and discusses the wine term "Must."
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/aIcspiUuQfQ
Read Peggy's Wine Storage Tips article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-store-wine-properly/
See Peggy's Jicama Shrimp Tacos recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jicama-shrimp-tacos/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From waterfalls and beer foam to wild blueberries and blues music, and from red-tailed hawks to blazing fall colored leaves, this episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates the Colors of America in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville" are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who lays out the history of America's Road to Independence.
At the end of the French and Indian War in 1763, relations between the American colonists and the British Crown and Parliament were starting to heat up, especially due to England's Taxation Acts and the Intolerable Acts. Many of the colonists, and representatives of all 13 colonies, were ready to declare their independence and take up arms, marking the start of the American Revolutionary War.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest books are “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II”and “Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-mike-guardia-military-history
So, how do you express your authenticity, individuality, and passion? Do you feel free to express who you are in a way that brings honor, dignity, and regard to yourself and others? Do you realize how important it is to be genuinely interested in pursuing your dreams and encouraging others to do the same?
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, Shelley Whizin shares how to celebrate personal freedom and independence from the inside-out, while embracing authenticity, individuality, and a sense of adventure. Check out her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/celebrating-personal-freedom-and-independence/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/u_LkftMG-eo
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday at https://shows.acast.com/soul-diving-with-shelley-whizin
This episode of Big Blend Radio's GARDEN GOSSIP Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and outreach co-ordinatr Jessica Conn who discuss the visitor experience at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix, Arizona. This destination features a unique garden, tea house, tea garden, a stone garden, and a courtyard garden, making it a true Arizona Find. Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-japanese-friendship-garden/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rHdvAD0SMLQ
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Cidny Bullens, Deborah Holland, and Wendy Waldman who make up the folk/Americana trio The Refugees. Hear about how they met and started working together, and about their latest album CALIFORNIA which is an homage to harmony-focused California bands of the 60s & 70s.
WATCH THE PODCAST HERE: https://youtu.be/wqmSy3cKkt4
The Refugees are known for their soaring harmonies, indelible musicianship, and unforgettably humorous stage presence.
Individually, The Refugees have logged almost five decades in the industry, with more than twenty solo albums and multiple Grammy Award nominations to their credit, featuring musical styles that blend country, rock, folk, blues, and Americana.
More at: https://www.therefugeesmusic.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features author Suzanne Marriott who discusses her deeply honest and inspiring memoir, “Watching for Dragonflies: A Caregiver’s Transformative Journey” (She Writes Press, June 6, 2023). Her story explores how caregiving for her husband throughout his journey with chronic illness allowed her to gain a spiritual awareness that would ultimately help her through her own medical crisis and into a place of healing and solace.
Amid the many obstacles she and her husband, Michael, face after his diagnosis with multiple sclerosis, Suzanne learns to be a compassionate caregiver both for him and, ultimately, for herself. Candid and illuminating, Suzanne’s story of growth through caregiving will appeal to anyone facing a life-changing crisis and seeking hard-won wisdom, comfort, and hope. More at https://suzannemarriottauthor.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures on São Miguel Island, one of Portugal’s Azores Islands. Known as the “Green Island” due to its lush landscapes and rolling verdant hills, the island is also home to a historic town boasting centuries-old architecture, cobbled streets, city market, and colorful waterfront. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/azores-experience-jurassic-nature-on-sao-miguel-island/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures on Terceira Island, the third largest of the Azorean islands in Portugal. This island played a significant role in Portuguese and world history, hosting numerous prominent individuals over the years, including presidents, prime ministers, kings, and even a Pope. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/azores-wild-and-wondrous-terceira-island/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this debut episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Monday "ROAD TRIP RADIO" Show, writer, historian, and former Yale University professor Wes Davis discusses his new book, “AMERICAN JOURNEY: On the Road with Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and John Burroughs."
Out now through through W. W. Norton & Company, "American Journey" is a nostalgic portrait of rural America, and the touching story of the friendships that sprang up among automobile tycoon Henry Ford, naturalist John Burroughs, inventor Thomas Edison, and tire industrialist Harvey Firestone as they took road trips together in Ford’s miraculous vehicle, exploring parts of rural America that had been largely inaccessible.
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, shares how Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia built the gallery, and what visitors can experience when visiting this unique and historic site.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows who discusses his research on America's Famous Five: John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman. As he outlines in his article, it proved to be a good reminder or what one should or should not believe when working on family history projects on the internet. His article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/researching-the-ancestry-of-the-famous-five/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/9fpgjj8wrUw
Glynn Burrows is a family history expert as well as the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-england
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Saving the planet starts at home, and kids can help! This episode of Big Blend Radio features Doug Tallamy, ecologist and professor in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, and author of New York Times bestseller, "Nature’s Best Hope." Hear about how he is working to inspire the next generation of conservationists through is latest book, NATURE’S BEST HOPE YOUNG READERS’ EDITION: How You Can Save the World in Your Own Yard (Timber Press).
"Nature’s Best Hope" is a guide to fighting the decline in wildlife populations through the use of native plants. Now, kids can join the Homegrown National Park movement and learn how to protect the planet through small and approachable acts of conservation in their own backyards! See: https://www.homegrownnationalpark.org/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series that airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show features Roger Bell and Arlene Gould who give an overview of the activities and experiences at the recent Annual Jefferson Highway Association Conference in Mason City, Iowa, as well as the Sociability Caravan that drove up from Lamoni to Mason City. The 2024 Conference will be held in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Roger Bell is the President of the Jefferson Highway Association which originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Arlene Gould is the Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau that represents Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. Natchitoches was host to the Annual Jefferson Highway Association Conference in 2019. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-jefferson-highway
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show, travel advisor Cheryl Ogle shares six highlights from her recent visit to Scotland. Hear about the shapeshifting Kelpies sculptures, Sir Walter Scott's Monument in Edinburgh, the infamous and beautiful Loch Ness, the magnificient Edinburgh Castle, whisky tasting at The Clydeside Distillery, and a heartwarming visit to a sheep farm. You can see photos and read more on Cheryl's blog: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/06/06/scotland/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show focuses on the 43rd Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival. With the theme "Celebrating Louisiana's Cultural Gumbo," the Festival will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 in the air-conditioned Prather Coliseum on the NSU campus. Featured guests are Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and organizer Dr. Shane Rasmussen, NSU Professor of English and Director, Louisiana Folklife Center.
Festival attendees will enjoy 3 stages of music with Cajun, zydeco, blues, Celtic, and country music, free Cajun and zydeco dance lessons, and many traditional food vendors. There will also be a gumbo cook-off, blacksmithing, KidFest, over 70 crafts persons, a harmonica workshop taught by Ed Huey, and the Louisiana State Fiddle Championship from 1-4 PM. Music headliners feature Rusty Metoyer and the Zydeco Krush, the Jambalaya Cajun Band and the Cajun Stompers, Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Revue, Hugh Harris and the Drifting Cowboys, The Russell Welch Hot Quartet with special guest Aurora Nealand, traditional Native American songs and dances with the Rising Sun Youth Choctaw-Apache of Ebarb Dance Group, and blues by Jimmy “Duck” Holmes. More: https://www.nsula.edu/the-43nd-annual-natchitoches-nsu-folk-festival-2/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Monday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features Amy Piper who gives an overview of the 2023 Annual IFWTWA Conference. This annual writers development conference will be held October 1-7, 2023, aboard Princess Cruise Lines' The Discovery. It is open to all food wine and travel writers.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/nAmmmSUBtQ8
The ship departs October 1, 2023 from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and arrives in Los Angeles, CA, on October 7 for a total of six cruise nights. The conference will be held on the newest ship in the Princess fleet, the stunning Discovery Princess. Reservations must be made on or before August 31, 2023. For full itinerary details including the networking opportunities, expert speakers and professional development sessions, FAM trips, and cruise rates for members and non-members, visit: https://www.ifwtwa.org/2023-ifwtwa-conference/
An IFWTWA Director, Conference Chair, and Publications Editor, Amy Piper is a Lansing, Michigan-based freelance travel writer, blogger, and photographer. She is also the author of "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die." Follow her adventures at https://followthepiper.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses her Cool Summer Party Pleasers that include Pineapple Popsicles and Sangria. See her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cool-summer-party-pleasers/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico. It is destined to be a cultural jewel for communities within Southwest New Mexico, and a magnet for art lovers traveling in the state. SWRMA & Art Center will offer exciting educational opportunities and enjoyment in looking at art, studying art, and making art. More: http://www.swrm-art.org/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
It's all about Outdoor Travel and Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Vancouver B.C. to Pensacola FL, get a spark for adventure with this fun discussion about exploring the outdoors and the benefits of connecting with nature.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/SDg18UiESlI
Featured Guests: - KATHRYN ANDERSON focuses on Stanley Park and coastal Vancouver in British Columbia that everything from hiking, biking and canoeing in Stanley Park, to strolling a 28 km long seawall, which is the world's longest uninterrupted waterfront path. Story Spotlight: https://coffeeandmascara.org/5-little-known-facts-about-stanley-park
- JULIE DEE SUMAN talks about Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola, Florida, the longest stretch of federally protected seashore in the United States. This coastal park destination is a haven for bird lovers and outdoor recreationists, and history enthusiasts. Story Spitlight: https://www.goworldtravel.com/pensacola-florida-travelers-guide/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
An end-of-life doula, also known as a death midwife, fills the gap between medical and hospice care. They provide support for you and your family’s emotional, spiritual, and non-medical physical care needs before, during, and after death.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and "Soul Journey Doula," who discusses what led her to become a certified end-of-life-doula and how she helps her clients realize their soul’s priorities and create a vision map so that they can consciously honor every moment of life. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/C7i-t9WvUJg
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Meet the New Boss of the Boardwalk! This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author Jake Wheeler who discusses the new and adventurous middle grade graphic novel series “The Gullfather: Birdsy Seagull." He co-wrote the series with Emmy-winning creator Jeff Sikaitis, and the first installment is out now through Books Fluent is already an #1 Amazon New Release! More: https://www.thegullfather.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features Christine Whitney of Visit Kitsap who shares what there is to experience on the Kitsap Peninsula, which is just across from Seattle, and known as the Natural Side of Puget Sound.
The Kitsap Peninsula is surrounded by 371 miles of shoreline and is officially part of the National Water Trails system, Washington State’s only such designation. Here one can experience an abundance of natural beauty with plenty of opportunities to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor recreational activities all year round. More: https://www.visitkitsap.com/
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features veteran filmmaker and director Sean Claffey, who discusses his award-winning documentary AMERICONNED - TIME TO RISE, released through Shine the Light Films.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JF2Hnu6gaqI
Over the past few generations, millions in the middle class have been pushed to the edge and even into poverty. Shamed into believing that if they tried harder things might work out, the middle class has been silent. No more. AMERICONNED exposes the inside story, showing how corporations have wormed their way into government, laying out why the middle class should rise, and how it should do it.
AMERICONNED is available to watch on major USA & Canadian VOD platforms, starting June 13, 2023. More: https://americonned.com/
From Superman to Monkeys, Bourbon & Beer, Cake, Kitchen Klutzes, and Kisses, this week's Big Blend Radio BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast covering June 11-17, 2023. Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of the new "Big Weekly Blend" digital magazine. Listen to the podcast and check out the links below to the music playlist, articles, recipes, and puzzles that connect with, celebrate, and honor this week’s holidays & observances, birthdays & birth anniversaries, and more!
MUSIC PLAYLIST (Over 40 Songs!) * Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKgz4psmp1Z9iAo6-SHHA14 * Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5qsTCVZwKuelMUIfAuxI3f?si=bbcaf2cafffa4646&nd=1
See all the ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES & PUZZLES that connect with this week at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-weekly-blend-podcast-june-11-17-2023/
Check out the Big Weekly Blend Magazine at https://blendradioandtv.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show Celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bTfnevq9hRg
FEATURED GUESTS: - KENT TAYLOR, GM of Descanso Resort, a newly refurbished, completely reimagined men’s resort in Palm Springs. Visit: https://descansoresort.com/ - BILL SANDERSON, co-owner of Townie Bagels and VP of Desert Gay Tourism Guild. Visit: https://www.towniebagels.com/ and https://www.palmspringsgayinfo.com/ - GREGORY DOUGLASS, singer/songwriter, and writer for Boutiquely Palm Springs Newsletter, and https://www.thepalmspringsguys.com. Also visit: https://gregorydouglass.com/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Paula Schuck who talks about her family's winter snow adventures in Lake Placid, New York.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/20ZUoOOOtOA
Located high up in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid is home of two Winter Olympics. With a well-known Olympic history, Lake Placid is now embracing a future vision lifting the Olympic Region once again to an enviable position on the world stage. What better place to embrace winter and challenge yourself to ski, snowboard, snowshoe, bobsled, or simply enjoy the outdoors? Read Paula's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lake-placids-renaissance/
Follow Paula's blog at https://www.thriftymommastips.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From the Southwest to the Northeast corners of New Mexico, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two remote B&Bs that offer the opportunity to escape and unplug from the busy hustle-bustle of life, and embrace the tranquility of nature to restore, recharge, and rejuvenate.
Featured Bed & Breakfasts: - Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City. See: https://www.casitasdegila.com/ - Dave Emery and innkeeper Heidi Lewis of Casa del Gavilan Historic Inn in Cimarron. See: https://casadelgavilan.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Summer Barbecuing, Grilling, and Wine. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Peggy also gives an update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and discusses the wine term "Durif."
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_Cu4G_AC8_U
See Peggy's article about "Barbecuing, Grilling & Smoking" along with two of her recipes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/barbecuing-grilling-and-smoking-explained/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From floating bar and brewery crawls, to hiking and canoeing, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Adventures in Asheville" show focuses on what to experience this Summer in Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured guest is Cody Kelly, owner of Cedar Rock Adventures, a guided tour company that is committed to sharing the nature, majesty and adventure tucked away in the mountains of Asheville, NC. Whether you’re seeking a hiking adventure or a brewery hopping river tour with friends, their experienced guides are ready to share the beauty, nature and people that make this area so special. More: https://cedarrockadventures.com/
Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway, PIsgah National Forest, and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
From roses and butterflies, to camping and surfing, pride and ice cream, and much more, enjoy Big Blend Radio’s new BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast with this episode covering the monthly holidays for June! Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of this new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Listen to the podcast and check out the links below to the music playlist, articles, recipes, and puzzles that connect with, celebrate, and honor the month of June!
MUSIC PLAYLIST (Over 70 Songs!)
Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/8e9x98aj
Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/wh6ztn7c
ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES, PUZZLES & MORE that connect with June's Holidays - see: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/celebrate-the-month-of-june/
Check out the Big Weekly Blend Magazine at https://blendradioandtv.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, Shelley Whizin shares how taking breaks from our busy lives to spend time in nature is essential for our well-being. Nature is a powerful source of healing and rejuvenation, and it’s important to take the time to reconnect with it. Read Shelley's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/its-time-to-get-outdoors-and-recenter-yourself/
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/De_sfcYmkMo
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday at https://shows.acast.com/soul-diving-with-shelley-whizin
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features Tucson Arizona-based singer-songwriter Lara Ruggles who talks about her music and creative process, and month-long NPAF residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
Lara Ruggles is an activist, singer/songwriter, pianist, guitarist, and electronic music producer performing under the stage name “Sharkk Heartt”. Since 2011, Ruggles has released an EP, two albums, and four standalone singles both as Sharkk Heartt and under her own name. More: https://www.sharkkheartt.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residenty programs at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel Tulare County" Show features Manuel and Olga Jimenez who share what visitors can experience at Woodlake Botanical Garden, located in California's Sequoia Country.
Maintained by Manuel & Olga Jimenez and Woodlake Pride youth volunteers, Woodlake Botanical Garden showcases San Joaquin Valley’s agricultural bounty with fruit trees, row crops, and vegetable patches, along with ornamental shrubs, roses, and flower beds. It is wheelchair accessible, and right next to Bravo Lake. It's a beautiful garden to spend time in, as well as a great place to learn about central California plants. Follow the Garden on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoodlakeBotanicalGardens
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, UK solo artist Tim Arnold talks about his new concept album SUPER CONNECTED that lifts a magnifying glass up to the technology vs. humanity debate! Conceived with guidance from Arnold’s mentors Kevin Godley and the late Lindsay Kemp, the album fuses tech addiction, consumerism, family trauma, and compassion for those affected by screen dependency into 12 new songs. Produced by Arnold with additional production from Jethro Tull bassist Jonathan Noyce, the album spans an elective mix of genres, and includes a vocal cameo from actor Stephen Fry on Track 6 “A Commercial Break”.
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PoKziLwEL48
SUPER CONNECTED is also a feature length film drama directed by Arnold in collaboration with the designers of Terry Gilliam’s Brazil and Kate Bush’s "The Line, The Cross and The Curve."
More at: http://www.superconnected.technology/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's GARDEN GOSSIP Show features straw bale gardening pioneer features Joel Karsten. His book, "Straw Bale Gardens Complete, Updated Edition: Breakthrough Method for Growing Vegetables Anywhere, Earlier and with No Weeding," is out now through Cool Springs Press.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/lJDNhOC20zA
Karsten’s method requires less maintenance and weeding, and because of the raised height, makes gardening more accessible for seniors who can’t do the hard physical work of gardening, he explains. The method works in any climate and for nearly every vegetable crop, and doesn’t require any soil at all, so it can be done on concrete, asphalt or even on a rooftop.
More at https://strawbalegardens.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, who discusses the organization's Military Family Programs.
National Park Trust supports military communities, including active military and Gold Star Families, military family survivors, veterans, and others. They provide these dedicated servicemen and women and their families with memorable outdoor park experiences in a variety of public parks, lands, and waters nationwide. More: https://parktrust.org/overview/military-family-programs/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the current Ted DeGrazia exhibits on display this summer at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia
In 1942, the United States joined the European theatre sending their own Engineer Aviation Battalions to the U.K. Their task was to support British squadrons by building their own airfields ready for the huge influx of men and machines that were about to arrive. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows who talks about America's World War II Airfields in Norfolk, England. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/norfolks-us-airfields-during-wwii/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/S96ITTdvNA0
Glynn Burrows is a family history expert as well as the owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-england
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History show features New York Times Best-selling WWII Author and Historian Craig Nelson, who discusses his latest book, “V is for Victory: Franklin Roosevelt’s American Revolution and the Triumph of World War II" (Scribner; May 23, 2023).
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/HHqGjRwJ6Kw
In this history of the American Homefront during World War II, Nelson reveals how FDR confronted a nation antagonistic to war in Europe, skillfully won their support, and pushed the government and big business to build the secret weapons that won the war. More: http://www.craignelson.us/
After being nearly eradicated in the 1990s, the gray wolf has made an astonishing comeback in Washington state, delighting conservationists but infuriating ranchers. Featured on this episode of Big Blend Radio, journalist and author Eli Francovich, discusses his new book, "The Return of Wolves: An Iconic Predator’s Struggle to Survive in the American West" (Timber Press: April 11, 2023). In it, Francovich combines interviews, extensive research, and on-the-ground reporting to reveal the deep social and political struggles at the core of this debate over the endangered species. Ultimately, he endeavors to find a solution that will appease both parties—and perhaps mend an ever-widening division in American culture.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ZPvEFUzntzM
Airing every third Friday, this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on two military history sites that span the Civil War through World War One, Two, Korea, and Vietnam.
Featured Guests:
- Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association
- Adam Lynn - Honey Springs Battlefield & Visitor Center in Checotah, Oklahoma - more: https://www.okhistory.org/sites/honeysprings
- Susan Lanning - Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum in Greenville, Texas - more: https://cottonmuseum.com/
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, California employment attorney Ward Heinrichs shares how his Marine Corps training helped him to become a better lawyer. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/marine-corps-training-provides-job-skills/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/J9Cs8X_9Jas
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://shows.acast.com/ward-heinrichs-employment-law
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her Barge Cruise experience meandering through the picturesque French countryside along the Burgundy Canal with European Waterways. Read Debbie's story about this beautiful, unique and and slow-paced voyage, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-a-slow-paced-voyage-of-discovery-through-burgundy/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features guitarist Jason Blake who has established himself as “one of the most distinguished technicians on the Warr.” The Warr guitar is a unique twelve-string instrument incorporating the range of a guitar and bass that is played by tapping the strings, a technique known as touchstyle.
“Subsequent Ruins" is Jason's new solo instrumental progressive rock album that features the Warr guitar as the sole melodic instrument along with Marco Minnemann on drums. The songs work as a modern retelling of Rattenfänger von Hameln (The Pied Piper), whereas screens play the title role. The six song album was mixed in Chicago at Gravel Road Recording by Amery Schmeisser and mastered by Andy VanDette (Rush, Porcupine Tree). Hajo Mueller (Steven Wilson, Mariusz Duda) completed the thought provoking artwork for the release. More: https://www.jasonblakemusic.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses Israeli Cuisine and her recipe for Couscous Salad with Tuna and Capers. Read her article and see her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/israeli-cuisine-and-recipe/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
Debut episode of Big Blend Radio’s new BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast (formerly the Big Daily Blend) covering the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that span the week of May 21-27, 2023. Airing every Sunday, this show is a companion production of the upcoming new Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Check out the show notes below for links to the music playlist, articles, recipes, and puzzles that connect with and celebrate this week’s holidays, celebrations, and observances.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer - https://hearjohnny.com/
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Angela Laws, Community Manager of https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
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Glynn Burrows, Norfolk Tours in England - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
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Peggy Fiandaca, LDV Winery in Arizona - https://ldvwinery.com/
MUSIC PLAYLIST:
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On YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLnCTvKEgGHLrzpWL9UecZM
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On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BlJmSJmO4Xk85nA9MVfqR?si=18572db4dfa84d5a
ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES & PUZZLES:
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Nepal Tea: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/nepal-tea-collective-connecting-tea-farmers-with-tea-lovers/
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Baking Class in Paris: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experiencing-a-french-baking-class-is-the-best-souvenir-from-paris/
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Historic Ships of England: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-ships-of-england-the-mary-rose-and-the-victory/
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Rock Town Distillery: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/rock-town-distillery/
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Texas Aquarium’s Wildlife Rescue Center: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/texas-state-aquariums-wildlife-rescue-center/
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Spring Asparagus Salad: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-asparagus-salad/
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World of Wine Crossword Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/world-of-wine-crossword-puzzle/
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Roadside Attractions Crossword Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/crossword-puzzle-weird-interesting-and-quirky-roadside-attractions-across-the-usa/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about the legacy of traveling photograher, painter, and explorer William Henry Jackson (1843-1942). he's known for his photography showcasing Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Scott's Bluff. Read her article about his life and work here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-traveling-photographer-william-henry-jackson/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
It's all about Food and Wine Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday Travel Writers Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Switzerland to Spain, and Oregon to Washington State, get a "taste of place" with these two delicious discussions about wine tasting and eating local foods when traveling across the country or abroad.
Featured Guests:
AMANDA O'BRIEN started publishing "The Boutique Adventurer" in November 2016 after nearly 20 years working for big global companies in marketing. "The Boutique Adventurer" is for travelers 35+ years who are still keen to have adventures but like to end their travel day in a boutique hotel with a high thread count on the sheets and a nice glass of local wine.
STORY LINKS:
https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-washington/
https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-charlottesville-va/
** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/rioja-wineries/
DEBBIE STONE is an established travel writer and columnist who crosses the globe in search of unique destinations and experiences to share with her audience. She’s an avid explorer who welcomes new opportunities to increase awareness and enthusiasm for places, culture, food, history, nature, outdoor adventure, wellness, and more. Her travels have taken her to nearly 100 countries and all seven continents.
STORY LINKS:
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experiencing-a-french-baking-class-is-the-best-souvenir-from-paris/
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/all-aboard-for-chocolate-and-cheese/
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/take-a-bean-to-bar-journey-with-a-creo-chocolate-tour/
https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/taste-your-way-through-the-city-of-canals-on-a-street-food-tour/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the importance of building a legacy of trust. This is Part 2 of this topic, with a focus on Building a Professional Legacy as a business or organization, and as a leader in one's professional career. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her article and hear Part 1 of this conversation that focuses on Building a Personal Legacy of Trust, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-legacy-of-trust/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/3NftMTKDDJ4
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show, travel advisor Cheryl Ogle shares her recent adventures in Croatia.
WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/SM-lS9n8kuY
What does Croatia have to offer? History, culture, food, architecture, stunning views of the Adriatic Sea, and beautiful people who are hard working and proud of their country. The Greeks colonized the coast of the Adriatic Sea in 4BC and you see traces of this ancient history everywhere you turn. Read Cheryl's blog to learn more: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/05/10/time-for-something-new/
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show focuses on what to experience this Summer in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Hear about outdoor activities, attractions, and seasonal events including: June 17-18 – Juneteenth Celebration; July 1-2 – Celebration on the Cane; July 22 – 43rd Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival; July 27-30 - Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame 2023 Induction Celebration; Sept. 2-3: Cane River Zydeco Festival; Sept. 16 – Meat Pie Festival.
Featured guest is Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Plan your visit at: https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Karina Diez from Visit Buena Park in Southern California. Just 5 minutes from Disneyland®, and a short ride from Huntington Beach and Los Angeles, Buena Park is the ideal basecamp for your California dream vacation.
Known as the "Landf of Yes," Buena Park invites you to surrender to the power of yes. To say “yes” to everything simply because you can. Yes to screaming coasters at Knott's Berry Farm. Yes to knights in tights at Medieval Times. Yes to waterslide wedgies at Soak City Waterpark. Yes to nights filled with performing pirates at Pirates Dinner Adventure, cotton candy cocktails at The Cauldron, and laughs that never stop at the dueling piano bar Beach Boulevard Club. Because in Buena Park the answer to every question is Yes! Start planning your visit today at https://www.visitbuenapark.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show, life coach and author Steve Piacente discusses the various life lessons and skills parents can learn from their children and grandchildren.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/AeF5IRPJZiU
Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
From hiking and cycling to jeep tours, aerial tram rides, and sunbathing poolside, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on outdoor adventures in Palm Springs, California.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/VF73FQsqev4
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
- Madison Morgan - Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - https://pstramway.com/
- Ben Crabb - Big Wheel Tours - https://bwbtours.com/
This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays
Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer who talks about her cruise experience with Pandaw on the Mekong River.
Imitated, but never duplicated, Pandaw is the original riverboat cruise company on the mighty Mekong in Asia. Rose cruised on two of Pandaw’s classic river boats on the Mekong. She started with an 11-day sailing on the upper Mekong through Laos on the Laos Pandaw, and then went on a classic 7-day cruise on the Bassac Pandaw exploring the Lower Mekong through Vietnam and Cambodia. Read her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cruising-with-pandaw-on-the-mekong-river/
Follow Rose Palmer's adventures at https://quiltripping.com/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Featuring innkeepers Tom & Carolyn Calfee, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on The Grand Hacienda, a luxurious stay in Abiquiú Lake. Hear about the property's amenities as well as what to experience in the area including art, farmer's markets, and plenty of outdoor adventures.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-FLnSfAnbS8
Meticulously designed to frame the extraordinary desert landscape with lake views, The Grand Hacienda Estate of Abiquiú Lake is a boutique bed & breakfast inn with a culinary experience, for guests looking for the most luxurious stay in Abiquiu’s Georgia O’Keeffe territory. The property is adults-only, a feast for the senses in a remote and quiet location. Modern luxuries, sophisticated services, green and eco-friendly, blended with authentic architecture and inspired adobe and southwestern design. With only three suites, the Hacienda is a serene escape and a rejuvenating retreat nestled on a mesa top overlooking Abiquiú Lake, Ghost Ranch, the Red Cliffs, Pedernal, and plains of red, yellow, purple and green. More: https://www.thegrandhacienda.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Margaret Klaw, an award-winning family lawyer, writer, and author, who discusses her new novel, "Every Other Weekend."
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PwAkee3pd4s
“Every Other Weekend” (She Writes Press, May 23, 2023) is Klaw’s first novel using her extensive professional experience to create an engaging and darkly humored multi-perspective look at one family’s journey through the complexities of divorce and custody. More: https://margaretklaw.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA, Sherrye Wyatt discusses the various nature and outdoor adventures, as well as the art and cultural highlights, wine, culinary, and lodging experences you can enjoy on Whidbey and Camano Islands. Also hear about the region being part of the new Maritime Washington National Heritage Area, and it's journey of becoming a regenerative and transformational travel destination.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/X8lYyn__upI
Located in Washington State, Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features experimental electronic musician and author Billy Yfantis, who discusses his new digital album “Birds in Space.”
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/o68o9QDZEvY
The album consists of 27 experimental tracks that explore space from a musical and conceptual perspective. The concept refers to a flock of birds that travel in space among various space objects (clusters and galaxies). The album's song titles refer to real space objects that exist in the science of astronomy.
More at: https://billyyfantis.bandcamp.com/album/birds-in-space
There is nothing like a mother-and-daughter relationship. It’s so special, and yes, that relationship can also be quite complicated. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, Shelley Whizin, along with Lisa Dimond and hosts Nancy & Lisa discuss the complex yet beautiful world of mother-daughter relationships.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/AG6ziblxWR0
Read Shelley's "Mother-Daughter Relationships" Article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mother-daughter-relationships/
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday at https://shows.acast.com/soul-diving-with-shelley-whizin
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY" Show features writer Linda Kissam and Dave and Sara Specter, owners of Bells Up Wineryin Oregon. This beloved winery makes approximately 600 cases annually. Think beautiful tasting wines composed in a classically tailored style - Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Read Linda's article and check out their recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/who-ever-thought-a-french-horn-could-taste-so-good/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/FZOt0eWSKBU
Visit the Bells Up Winery website here: http://bellsupwinery.com/
Known as the "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show focuses on Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
FEATURED GUESTS:
- Tanya Ortega, Founder of National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who discusses their unique artist residenty programs, one of which is at Hawai'i Volcanoes NP. More at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
- Elizabeth Fien, President & CEO for the Friends of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (FHVNP) who talks about their various programs that support the park. More at: https://www.fhvnp.org/
Located on the island of Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park encompasses two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Spanning over 500 square miles, this park boasts over 150 miles of hiking and biking trails, and showcases the results of at least 70 million years of volcanism, migration, and evolution in the Hawaiian Islands. Designated as an International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park is also a refuge for the island’s native plants and animals and a link to its human past. More: https://www.nps.gov/havo/index.htm
From food, festivals, and shopping, to outdoor adventures and family actiivities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on late spring and early summer fun in the communities that make up California's Sequoia Country.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Ugv50e1hp1o
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:
- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce - http://www.tularechamber.org/
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on the difference between Old World and New World Wines. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear a spring update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and a discussion about domestic wines, and terroir.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GE1rPe55gAA
Celebrate the Month of May Holidays & Observances like Mother's Day (May 14), National Wine Day (May 25), and Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29) with these recipes, wine pairing articles, and crossword puzzle:
World of Wine Crossword Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/world-of-wine-crossword-puzzle/
Wine Poached Chicken Breasts https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-poached-chicken-breasts/
Wine & Chocolate Pairing Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/
Wine & Charcuterie Board Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on what to experience in the Montford Historic District, the most historic neighbordhood in Asheville, North Carolina!
FEATURED GUESTS
- Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Uncle Ted from Gray Line Trolley Tours that include the Montford Historic District on their Haunted History and Christmas sightseeing tours: https://graylineasheville.com/
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John Russell Executive Director of the Montford Park Players, North Carolina's longest running Shakespeare Festival: https://www.montfordparkplayers.org/
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Aaron Thomas, owner of Nine Mile, a Caribbean-inspired and vegetarian-friendly restaurant. https://ninemileasheville.com/
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Elaina Haile, owner of the Little Jumbo Bar, a comfortable neighborhood cocktail bar that features live jazz on select evenings: https://www.littlejumbobar.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
On 8 August 2022, the congressionally mandated Naming Commission issued its recommendation that Fort Benning be renamed Fort Moore after Lieutenant General Hal and Julia Moore, both of whom are buried on post as are Julia’s parents. The redesignation to Fort Moore will occur May 11, 2023
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features author Mike Guardia who discusses the life and career of Lt. General Hal Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” the first-ever biography chronicling the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, as well as “Hal Moore on Leadership: Winning When Outgunned and Outnumbered,” and "Hal Moore: A Life in Pictures.”
Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of 25 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" show features serial entrepeneur and best-selling author Charles McCarrick who discusses his new book, “Lessons My Brothers Taught Me: How to Transform Your Personal Qualities Into A Successful Business.”
Many people ask for advice on how to start a business-but rarely how to succeed in business. Charles McCarrick, founder of Micro-Ant, suggests starting with the question: why do you want to go into business?
"Lessons My Brothers Taught Me" features childhood stories and cartoons that describe his journey of employing the toolbox of traits that make Charles who he is and, in turn, built his entrepreneurial success. Woven with life lessons full of turkeys and toilets, Charles shares his 4S process to create business success with the fuel of your character. If you are determined to run your own business, despite lacking any previous experience, this book is for you. You'll discover that you already possess the pieces to build your own success. More at https://www.charlesmccarrick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" travel show features travel writer, author, and novelist Linda Ballou who talks about her newest book, "Lost Angel Unleashed: Stories from the Heart (Lost Angel Travel Series Book 3)."
In this captivating collection of tales, Linda shares how her lust for adventure was spawned early in the wilds of southeast Alaska. As we follow her in the footprints of such legendary trailblazers as Jack London and Isabella Bird, we come to understand why being in nature is the cornerstone of her work. She seeks to know the joy and wonder of those who have gone before her on a deep and personal level. IFrom safari in Africa, to cringe-worthy rafting in the wilds of Alaska, trekking in far-flung Patagonia, or hiking in mystical New Zealand, Linda leads the way. The book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Angel-Unleashed-Stories-Travel-ebook/dp/B0BYQP711D/
Keep up with Linda at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jessica Carter, Director of Parks and Public Engagement for the Save The Redwoods League, who discusses the upcoming Second Annual California State Parks Week.This special park celebration is presented by California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Parks California, and California State Parks Foundation.
Held June 14-18, 2023, State Parks across the state will offer special community events with in-person and virtual programming. This week-long event celebrates California’s 280 state parks and the people who visit and help protect these iconic places. A complete list of the week’s events and how to participate are available at https://castateparksweek.org/
Airing every third Friday, this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the Iowa Sociability Caravan that will take place a few days before the Jefferson Highway Associaiton Conference held June 7-10, 2023 in Mason City, Iowa.
This special driving event will be similar to historic caravans of old. It begins in Lamoni, Iowa on the morning of Monday, June 5th and will have subsequent overnight stays in Des Moines and Iowa Falls before arrival in Mason City on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 7th. The tour will include visiting JH sites and communities in Iowa and will be designed to bring further awareness to the JH byway and its future as a Heritage Tourism portal. Full details: https://www.jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured Guests:
- Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association
- Diana Thies - Executive Director of Iowa Falls Chamber Main Street: https://iowafallschamber.com/
- Jim Hamman - Iowa Falls Historian
- Ashleigh Eckels - Executive Director of Osceola Chamber Main Street: https://theosceolachamber.com/
- Evon Sallee - The Hotel Osceola (formerly Arlington-Howe Hotel that was built in 1884): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089245389879
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, California employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over employment laws every San Diego business employer and employee should know for 2023. Read his article outlining some of the laws here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/san-diego-california-employment-law/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/6a17ITTEhCU
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://shows.acast.com/ward-heinrichs-employment-law
From Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park and ‘Akaka Falls State Park to the Hawai‘i Tropical Bioreserve & Garden and Earth Heritage Gallery, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures exploring the Island of Hawai'i. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/explore-nature-and-culture-on-the-island-of-hawaii/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday.
Happy Bucket List Day! On today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast we make a special BIG BLEND ANNOUNCEMENT plus talk about today’s noteworthy birthdays and birth anniversaries, and much more. Check out our music playlist, articles, and recipe links in the show notes, which all connect with the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings of today, April 24, 2023.
TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “My Favorite Bridge” by Jon Roniger, “Farmer’s Almanac” by Johnny Cash, “The Poet” by Ryan Bingham, “Bucket” by Kenny Chesney, “Pigs in a Blanket” by Holy Locust, “Skipping Stone” by Amos Lee, “Fashion” by David Bowie, “Clouds Alive in Wild Paint” by Mae Edwards, “It’s Not Where You Start” by Shirley MacLaine, “Dreamer” by Joe Henderson, “Evergreen” by Barbara Streisand, “Because of You” by Kelly Clarkson, “Prosecco-Fuelled Profiles” by Liz Lenten & Auburn, and “Cindy Will Prevail” by Pardon the Interruption. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIoqz1AS0hjgBARg1m-lyvn * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7816zmXtom9FIuvS62mzXn?si=a22850f5c4ae43fc
CELEBRATE TODAY: * Buying, Cooking & Serving Sausage: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/buying-cooking-and-serving-sausage/ * How to Live a Yummy Delicious Life: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/to-live-or-not-live-a-yummy-delicious-life/ * California’s new Garment Workers Protection Act: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/stitching-up-garment-manufacturing-abuses-in-california/ * Lifecoach Insider with Steve Piacente: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/life-coach-insider-steve-piacente/ * Connecting Kids with Their Food: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/connecting-kids-with-their-food-in-central-californias-farm-country/ * Ryan Bingham on Big Blend Radio (2012): https://youtu.be/3yxPuoUJ1Mw
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEWS: - Singer-songwriter Liz Lenten of Auburn: https://youtu.be/faSQ3kPBjhw = David Noble of Pardon the Interruption: https://youtu.be/-S6LkYIBuYg
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com
Happy National Lovers Day! Featuring special guest co-host musician Joey Stuckey, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast is part of our BIG BLEND RADIO “WORLD PARTY” POP-UP PODCAST FEST that continues today and runs through Monday, April 24! Check out our music playlist, articles, and recipe links in the show notes, which all connect with the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings of today, April 23, 2023.
TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “One Song at a Time” and “Ain’t It Good To Be In Love” by Joey Stuckey, “Celluloid Heroes” by The Kinks, “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” by Monty Python, “Moonglow” by Carly Simon, “Book of Love” by The Monotones, "Cougar" by Pamela Bedwell & Pammie Kakes Ensemble, “Oh, Pretty Woman” and “In Dreams” by Roy Orbison, “Matchbox” by Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins & Johnny Cash.
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJJWTU8X9XyIxLovq10FnGwh
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YalAv0Zu0JUXhGn498hco?si=4ff6de7273ed47de
CELEBRATE TODAY:
Joey Stuckey: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Joey Stuckey podcast interview with entertainment attorney Alan Clarke: https://youtu.be/5xq81JDmnlE
Pamela Bedwell & Pammie Kakes Ensemble: https://pamelabedwellandpke.com/home
Hollywood History of Cinema Around the World: https://soundcloud.com/bigblendradio/steve-schneickert-recalls-the-hollywood-history-of-world-cinema
* Picnic Party Tips: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/family-picnics-in-the-park/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEWS feature Author Shetal Shah, Tucson Sisters in Crime Writers, and Lance Laber from DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. Listen at www.BigBlendRadio.com or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0V_VU5ZOQ9qLGNRAKbZCVQ
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
In celebration of Earth Day and the start of National Park Week, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast is part of our BIG BLEND RADIO “WORLD PARTY” POP-UP PODCAST FEST that continues today and runs through Monday, April 24! Check out our music playlist, articles, and recipes in the show notes, all connecting with the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings of today, April 22, 2023. PLUS, we have some National Park Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert!
TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Jelly Bean” by Eddie Cochran, “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye, “Water” by Eric Burdon, “Mother Earth” by Memphis Slim, “Forest Walk” by Makana, “Tree of Life” by Held by Trees, “Loving the Land” by Wally Lawder,”Redwood Tree” by Van Morrison, “Rise” by Eddie Vedder, “Grand Canyon” by Drive-By-Truckers, and “The Everglades” by Waylon Jennings.
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKETLP_drcjP1OoYpiiWvQE
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0kS0nFai9dr01csFe4hy2v?si=735933450dd8407e
CELEBRATE TODAY:
Book Podcast – Among the Beautiful Beasts: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lori-mcmullen-among-the-beautiful-beasts/
Music Podcast – To The Universe Album: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/steffie-moonlady-and-dennis-haklar-to-the-universe/
Music Podcast – Held By Trees: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/held-by-trees-solace/
Viva La Vegan Happy Hour Party Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/
Is What You Are Doing Costing the Earth? https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/is-what-you-are-doing-costing-the-earth/
Plastic-Free Packaging Alliance: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/plastic-free-packaging-alliance/
National Park Trust Celebrates 40 Years: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/national-park-trust-celebrates-40-years/
Artists Off-Grid in Dry Tortugas National Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/artists-off-artists-off-grid-in-dry-tortugas-national-park/
* What’s Your Tree Equity Score? https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/whats-your-tree-equity-score/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEWS:
- FERAL National Parks Memoir at 12pm CT: https://youtu.be/J6l5adOkAp0
- Tina The First Tooth Fairy at 3pm CT: https://youtu.be/e7IyzAbsqvs
- How Convenient is Convenience at 6pm CT: https://youtu.be/2Lwgh45rdao
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY FRIDAY! From food and music to books and medicine, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast kicks off our BIG BLEND RADIO “WORLD PARTY” POP-UP PODCAST FEST that starts today and runs through Monday, April 24!
Check out our music playlist, articles, and recipes in the show notes, all connecting with the holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings of today, April 21, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Friday I’m in Love” by The Cure, “Opa” by Pardon the Interruption, “Passenger” by Iggy Pop, “Home Cooking” by Tony Allen, “Chocolate on My Tongue” The Wood Brothers, “Big Pot of Hummus” by Tom Rosenthal, “Medicine Cabinet” by Cactus Attack, “World’s Fair” by The Skatalites, “Ballad of John Muir” by Black Irish Band, “Jane Eyre Theme” by John Williams. LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLJYFIDft3fiEb8aKjGtIQh
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OKeJzTwio616v96yunvpE?si=852027372b884567
CELEBRATE TODAY:
Article & Podcast – Historic English Literary Ladies: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-literary-ladies-of-england/
Yosemite is Nature’s Cathedral: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/yosemite-is-natures-cathedral/
Recipe for Spicy Chickpea Rice Burgers: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Foodie Destinations Around the World. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/PofQ4oFuVBw
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY HIGH FIVE DAY! From High Fives & 420, to Pineapples & Cheddar Cheese, Volunteering & Dancin’…today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast and music playlist connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 20, 2023.
TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Where It’s At” by Beck, “Roll Me Up” by Willie Nelson with Snoop Dogg, Kris Kristofferson and Jamey Johnson, “Legalize It” by Peter Tosh, “Pineapple Skies” by Miguel, “Aged White Cheddar” by Kendall Street Company, “Doppleganger” by Banana Phonetic, “Keep the Customer Satisfied” by Simon & Garfunkel, “Volunteers” by Jefferson Airplane, “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday, “Rat Race” by Bob Marley & The Wailers, “Flying Home” by Lionel Hampton, “Oye Como Va” by Tito Puente, “Dance with My Father” by Luther Vandross, “One More Dance” by Zakiya Hooker with Ollan Christopher Bell, and “Poetry in Motion” by Johnny Tillotson.
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKlvVyWGEpUTw41ZeXgbDgz
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6jogDUdYUERvHSjuAXlI4Y?si=cf39add82012460b
CELEBRATE TODAY:
Article: What Makes a Good Volunteer? https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/what-makes-a-good-volunteer/
Legacy Interview with Zakiya Hooker: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zakiya-hooker-legacy/
Video: Gila Cliff Dwellings Volunteer: https://youtu.be/ZqqiMl81kn4
Recipe: Spicy Grilled Pineapple Over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-grilled-pineapple-over-vanilla-bean-ice-cream/
Recipe: Braised Short Ribs Poutine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/braised-short-ribs-poutine/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Building a Legacy of Trust. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/iE_Tm-VyY-E
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY HANGING OUT DAY! From Mae West and Dr. Frank-N-Furter to Bananas & Garlic, Dogs & Cats, Bicycles, Cars & Parachutes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 18, 2023.
TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Sleep on a Clothes-Line” by Rory Gallagher, “The Jack” AC/DC, “Black Dog” by Led Zeppelin, “Cat People (Putting Out Fire)” by David Bowie (with Nile Rodgers & Stevie Ray Vaughan), "Bananas (Who You Gonna Call?)" by Queen Latifah, “Garlic Bread (I Think I’m in Love)” by BeardMeatsFood, “Amaretto” by SomeKindaWonderful, “Love Bug Blues” by Charles Bradley, “Free Fallin’” By Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, “Come Up & See Me Sometime” by Mae West, “Come Up & See Me Sometime” by Mae West, “Bicycle Race” by Queen, “Sweet Transvestite” by Tim Curry,
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIoKCfWo-IPlB4T1G1Om8Wi
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0o2I8hYGAEn063vEru1pIm?si=96f227da227246a2
CELEBRATE & HONOR TODAY:
Garlic Herb Fries Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/garlic-herb-fries/
Banana Pancakes with Banana-Caramel Syrup Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/banana-pancakes-with-banana-caramel-syrup/
Surprises Abound in Oklahoma City: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/surprises-abound-in-oklahoma-city/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: The Joys of River Cruising. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/msv-7m_sk4Q
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show focuses on Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Park in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Featured guests are park ranger Felicia Brand and Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Plan your visit to Natchitoches at: https://natchitoches.com/
Located on Cane River Lake in Natchitoches, Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Park is a replication of the original Fort, which was set up just a few hundred yards away, by founder Louis Antoine Juchereau de St. Denis in 1714. Get a sense of the French Colonial life on a tour through the fort, museum, and historic buildings. It's also the final destination on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail, and one of historic sites within the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://www.lastateparks.com/historic-sites/fort-st-jean-baptiste-state-historic-site
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Brenna Moore who shares what to experience in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hear about Hot Air Ballooning and Cruising Route 66 to Exploring the Great Outdoors, Browsing Museums, Exploring Historic Old Town, and Enjoying the Colorful Local Public Art, Parks, Farms & Gardens, as well as Internationally Acclaimed Festivals, Diverse Cultural Cuisine, and Warm Hospitality. Plan your visit at https://www.visitalbuquerque.org/
WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/8EUkHAPl55I
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses edible flowers as well as her Rose Petal Jam recipe, which you can see here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/edible-flowers-and-rose-petal-jam/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks art covering America's Civil War (1861-1865), which was typically expressed visually through photography, engraving, and painting. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/art-during-the-battle-between-the-states/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Scott Kendall, editor of PlayStayEat.com, who talks about his spring visit to Big Bend National Park.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/59qqer5l1TU
Big Bend National Park is a scenic area in west Texas where the Rio Grande River makes a large bend on the border between Texas and Mexico. Over 800,000 acres of mountains, valleys, and a wide variety of plants and wildlife are abundant in this gorgeous national park in the Chihuahuan Desert. Read Scott's overview: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-visit-to-big-bend-national-park/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From Santa Fe to Chimayo, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two Northern New Mexico B&B destinations that each offer their own authentic southwest experiences.
Featured Guests:
- Kim Sanchez - Casa Escondida Bed & Breakfast in Chimayo. See: https://casaescondida.com/
- Ryan Miller - The Bobcat Inn Bed & Breakfast in Santa Fe. See: https://www.bobcatinn.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features award-winning author Matt Cost, who discuss his new and fast-paced historical mystery, “Velma Gone Awry: A Brooklyn 8 Ballo Mystery.” (April 13, 2023, Encircle Publications). The story is set in the roaring ‘20s and follows a PI on a surprising, peculiar case to find the flapper daughter of a wealthy businessman. The search will lead him to cross paths with Dorothy Parker, Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald, Coleman Hawkins, Bugsy Siegel, Babe Ruth, and many more.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/YxTJCpyNKoY
More about Matt Cost and his books: https://www.mattcost.net/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
HAPPY NATIONAL BARBERSHOP QUARTET DAY! From Submarines and Rockets to Black-eyed Dogs and Barbershop Reggae, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 11, 2023.
TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “Willamette Fog” by Jon Durant, “Heartbeats” by José Gabriel González, “Black Eyed Dog” by Nick Drake, “Fondue Party” by Polyrhythmics, “Yellow Submarine” by The Beatles, “My Rocket” by Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys, “Baby You Got What It Takes” by Buddy Guy & Joss Stone, “Barbershop” by Mike Love, “Louie, Louie” by Richard Berry & The Pharoahs, and “Tiger Rag” by the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
LISTEN TO THE PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKoKyBTAMTNO11z_VLEXDd6
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5uoINKhC4MK3g87A4Nr471?si=035de226fc124414
CELEBRATE TODAY:
PUZZLE & PARK – Palomar Mountain CA State Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/doane-valley-nature-trail/
ARTICLE - McMinnville’s Charms are Many: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mcminnvilles-charms-are-many/
RECIPE – Diane’s Cheese Scones: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dianes-cheese-scones/
TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW – Dawnielle Tehama – Experience Willamette Valley, Oregon. Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/EAip0RfQzxo
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY GLOBAL WORK FROM HOME DAY! From Pets & Farm Animals to Writers & Musicians, Inventors & Siblings, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 10, 2023.
TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “Pet Sounds” by The Beach Boys, “The Chicken” by Mississippi John Hurt, “My Dog & Me” by John Hiatt & The Goners, “Cinnamon Tree” by Marty O'Reilly & the Old Soul Orchestra, “Brothers & Sisters” by Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers, “Writer” by Paolo Nutini, “Hole in One” by Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, “Chemistry” by Semisonic, “Safety Pin” by Marta Palombo, “Maiden Voyage” by Robin Gibb with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, “Exotica” by Martin Denny, “Stray Cat Strut” by Brian Setzer & Stray Cats, and “Swallow the Pain” by Pina Palau.
LISTEN TO THE PLAYLIST:
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YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIRcCXknqZRnkBo0aT8xd25
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SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/35PboZd8q8YrYCFSk7tEQQ?si=7e9ee49650b04bac
CELEBRATE TODAY:
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PUZZLE - Global Garden Walk in San Diego Botanical Garden: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/global-garden-walks-in-san-diego-botanic-garden/
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ARTICLE - Pet Sitter Insider with Angela Laws: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/angela-laws-of-trustedhousesitters/
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RECIPE – Cinnamon Streusel French Toast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cinnamon-streusel-french-toast/
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PARK OF THE DAY - Asbury Woods in Erie, PA: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/asbury-woods-in-erie-pennsylvania/
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VIDEO OF THE DAY – Lisa’s First & Last Golf Lesson: https://youtu.be/TVGRHVNVRdQ
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TODAY’S BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW - Francesca Grossman, Author of “Navigating the Culture of Chronic Pain.” Airs at 4pm PT / 7pm ET here: https://youtu.be/wHs4vT9fIGg
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY EASTER! From Breakast and Gin to Antiques and Unicorns, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 9, 2023.
TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “Unflown” and “You Can’t Hide the Light” by Johnny Schaefer, “The Last Unicorn” by America, “Antique” by The Ghost Club, “Gin” by Hannah Unsalted, “Moon River” by Henry Mancini with Audrey Hepburn, “Breakfast in America” by SuperTramp, “On the Wings of a Dove” by Hal Ketchum, “Nashville Skyline Rag” by Bob Dylan, “Honey Don’t by Carl Perkins.
LISTEN TO THE PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIQuafaGvjTaeIPywexvanW
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0eLAB0sjrbrvdR3YYMATHS?si=4d3bf31c79774d40
CELEBRATE TODAY:
PUZZLE – Pysanky Ukrainian Easter Eggs: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pysanky-ukrainian-easter-eggs/ ARTICLE – Protecting Your Antiques, Art & Collectibles: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/protecting-your-antiques-art-and-collectibles/ * PODCAST - Prisoner of War Camps in Vietman & WWII: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pow-camps-in-world-war-ll-and-the-vietnam-war/
RECIPES - Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/breakfast-at-tiffanys/
PARK OF THE DAY – Hot Springs National Park: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/take-the-waters-and-soak-up-the-history-in-hot-springs/
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY NATIONAL ALL IS OURS DAY ....! From Louisiana to Southern California, and the world of cosmic hippos, wine and roses, baseball and bonaroo, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 8, 2023.
TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “Blue Sky Day” by The Madisons, “Flight of the Cosmic Hippo” by Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, “Desitively Bonnaroo” by Dr. John, “This Land is Your Land” by Tom Morello & The Nightwatchman, “Mary Pickford” by Katie Melau, “Days of Wine and Roses” by Johnny Mercer & Henry Mancini, “Take Five” by Carmen McCrae & The Dave Brubeck Quartet, “The Windmills of My Mind / Going Out of My Head” Medley by The Lennon Sisters, “Crystal Ball” by Jon Ronger & The Good for Nothin’ Band, and ”Sands of Time” by Bay Station.
LISTEN TO THE PLAYLIST:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJIQzK5QCqAj-t2IU888eUJU
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qTclmCbV8c2ccu4k4BZQ5?si=df5a7976b89e4f37
CELEBRATE TODAY:
ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Culinary Adventure in Natchitoches, Louisiana: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/go-on-a-culinary-adventure-in-natchitoches-louisianas-oldest-city/
RECIPE OF THE DAY – Ruth’s Apple Roses: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-apple-roses/
PUZZLE & PARK OF THE DAY – Lake Cuyamaca in Northeast San Diego, CA: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lake-cuyamaca-california/
BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY – Spring in Sunny Palm Springs, CA. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at https://youtu.be/Udtp1tppnuU
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
HAPPY NATIONAL NO HOUSEWORK DAY ....! From Coffee and Beer, to Newspapers, Matches, Fort Windy, Marbles and Football, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 7, 2023.
TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: "Girl on Fire" by Alicia Keys, "One More Cup of Coffee (Valley Below) by The White Stripes, "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer" by George Thorogood & The Destroyers, "Building a Fire" by Shelley King, "Against the Wind" by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band, "Lewis & Clark" by Tommy Emmanuel, "Marbles" by Carlos Santana & Buddy Miles, "We Will Rock You" by Queen, "The Sun Always Shines on TV" by A-ha, "Newspaper Wife" by Vonda Shepard, "Bali Hai" by Peggy Lee, "April in Paris" by Billie Holiday, "The Moment of Truth" by Survivor, "Song from the Hills" by Ravi Shankar.
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC PLAYLISTS HERE:
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJJc5gLZUiuGD_0QO7ZVjGqa
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5WMijMvdYuUZ76qPNKEaqW?si=405e71bf28e54699
CELEBRATE TODAY:
ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Brewmance Documentary Movie podcast: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/brewmance-movie/
RECIPE OF THE DAY – Fluffy Blueberry Cake by Pascal Naessen: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fluffy-blueberry-cake/
PUZZLE – Colorado’s Grand Valley: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-colorados-grand-valley/
PARK OF THE DAY – For Union National Monument in New Mexico: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/fort-windy-endures-through-time/
* BIG BLEND RADIO SHOW oF THE DAY – Photographer Jim Schlett at Fort Union National Monument. Listen at 4pm PT / 7pm ET or later at https://youtu.be/q8SV4ok2tZ8
Today's show was recorded from Lubbock, Texas. Keep up with Big Blend Magazines and Big Blend Radio shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/ and Nancy & Lisa's Love Your Parks Tour at https://nationalparktraveling.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on spring and summer fun in the communities that make up California's Sequoia Country.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/W91Lx0kjY9A
Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council:
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - https://www.visitvisalia.com/
- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia
- Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce - https://www.portervillechamber.org/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
In celebration of springtime and the upcoming Earth Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Sustainability with Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about how they run an environmentally-friendly winery that cares about the vineyard and its surrounding landscape, their sustainable wine making practices, springtime in the vineyards, wine pairing tips, and more.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/N5smdvIdBaM
See Peggy's Baked Glazed Ham Recipe (perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas gatherings) here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From rescuing baby squirrels and birds to understanding wildlife that you may see while out on a hike, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Adventures in Asheville" show focuses on on the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
Featured guest is Savannah Trantham, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a nonprofit that coordinates wildlife rehabilitation efforts in western North Carolina by providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife, supporting the wildlife rehabilitation network, and offering conservation education to the community. More at: https://www.appalachianwild.org/
Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
From Lee Marvin and Clark Gable, and Ronald Reagan to Julia Child, this episode of Big Blend Radio features military history author Mike Guardia and Hollywood History podcaster Steve Schneickert, who discusses celebrities who served in the military and who went to war.
Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of 25 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Are you living your life to the fullest and experiencing every single moment with joy? Imagine savoring each day like a delicious meal, relishing in its individual flavors until all of us come together for an unforgettable feast. Join us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show where we explore what it truly means to be happy and discover how we can create our own yummy-delicious life!
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/TRoN4G3C8gw
Read Shelley' Whizin's "Yummy Delicious Life" Article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/to-live-or-not-live-a-yummy-delicious-life/
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday at https://shows.acast.com/soul-diving-with-shelley-whizin
From Chayote and Guava Paste to Pee Wee Medley Potatoes and Miracle Berry Cubes, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on produce and product trends for 2023 with Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hot-trendy-and-new-produce-trends-2023/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Fh0lxaTE7fA
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Matt Dorsey, a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist from Orange County, CA. Best known as a founding member of Sound of Contact he has also played with Beth Hart, Dave Kerzner, In Continuum, and most recently with the all-star progressive rock cover band ProgJect.
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/z88AwVF8l_M
Hear about Matt's new progressive rock album "Let it Go." On it. Matt sings and plays guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion and, on two of the songs, the drums. Marco Minnemann provides drums on three tracks and Jonathan Mover on another three. Dave Kerzner performs a keyboard solo that he wrote for one of the songs. The album releases on April 7, 2023. More: https://www.mattdorseyofficial.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features internationally esteemed professional songwriters Indo-Canadian Raj Ramayya and San Francisco native Brett Boyd, who discuss their latest album "San Francisco." Known as THE BEAUTIFUL LOSERS, their music is described as “Indian-influenced electro-acoustic alternative rock." Though they draw influence from a wide range of iconic rock artists, it’s their diverse and innovative musical style and their unforgettable songs with poignant lyrics that define and set the band apart. More: https://tbl2022.bandcamp.com/
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wlNn8ckI-10
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Blues-rock prodigies are a special breed... This episode of Big Blend Radio features Louisiana-born and Texas-based blues-rocker Clay Melton. His powerfully raspy voice and wicked guitar licks leave no doubt he’s grown up in the school of barroom blues-rock. Enjoy the conversation and the two new singles from his forthcoming new album "Alive on a Wire" (released February 24, 2023), and the second new single, "Runner" which will be released on April 14, 2023. More: www.claymelton.com/
Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, just forty miles from Portland, is the city of McMinnville. From art and wine, to aviation and space history, outdoor recreation, dining, and lodging at McMenamins Hotel Oregon, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her experience in this Willamette Valley destination. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mcminnvilles-charms-are-many/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Riki Rachtman, former host of the MTV Heavy Metal show "Headbangers Ball", and creator of the iconic Cathouse nightclub in Hollywood.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/G4SYzlBbz4g
For decades Riki has been the face of hard rock and heavy metal having worked with some of the biggest names in rock 'n roll, and he's sharing some of those wild stories on his "One Foot In The Gutter" one man show in America and in Australia. "One Foot in the Gutter" is a fun fast paced non-stop roller coaster ride jam packed with stories, tales, and true life fables from Riki himself….Riki is uncensored, unapologetic and not at a loss for words. A must see for any rock fan. Get the scoop and see the tour schedule: https://www.cathousehollywood.com/
Special thanks to Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. See: https://www.lion-rose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Joey Stuckey talks about accessible audio technology for the blind. Joey is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator, and sound engineer. He's also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “Southern Rock Capital of the World.” More at: https://www.joeystuckey.com/
Joey joins us as special guest cohost every 4th Sunday on Big Blend Radio's new Big Daily Blend music and pop culture podcast on Spotify. Follow the show here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UVvJMA5wmX2dE7YXF6yxP?si=d763c43a56164a54
From the a beautiful sandy beach in Norfolk to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours, who talks about the various experiences you can have walking England's spectacular coastal paths. Read his article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-englands-varied-coastline/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gIw-xpby4b4
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. Follow his podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-england
Learn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, who discusses the organization's 13th Annual Kids To Parks Day, held across the country on May 20, 2023.
Always hosted on the third Saturday of May, Kids to Parks Day encourages kids and families to get outside and create their own adventure at thousands of local park events and programs. National Park Trust works with cities and towns, teachers, families, park and public lands officials, and numerous sponsors and partners to make these events possible. Get involved here: https://parktrust.org/kids-to-parks-day/
Airing every third Friday, this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on women's history.
FEATURED GUESTS
- ROGER BELL - Historian and President of the Jefferson Highway Association shares the story of Ada Kimbell from Shreveport, Louisiana.
- JONITA MULLINS - Historian, speaker, and author of "The Jefferson Highway in Oklahoma," talks about Alice Robertson from Muskogee, Oklahoma. More: https://jonitamullins.weebly.com/
- PAT SCHULTZ - Educator and author of "Amazing Women of Early Mason City," talks about Carrie Lane Chapman Catt who lived Charles City which is near Mason City, Iowa. More: https://wrightonthepark.org/product/amazing-women-of-early-mason-city-book/
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over California's new laws regarding gig drivers and courier companies, plus, explains some more "legalese" legal terms. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/gig-drivers-are-exempt-from-ab5-and-are-independent-contractors/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/8c-v0osdHtA
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://shows.acast.com/ward-heinrichs-employment-law
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show focus on what to experience this Spring in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Hear about outdoor activities like hiking in Kisatchie National Forest and kayaking Cane River or competing in fishing tournaments, and seasonal events like the Melrose Arts & Crafts Festival, Sale on the Trail, and the Annual Jazz & R&B Festival.
Featured guest is Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Plan your visit at: https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From birdwatching and outdoor adventures to festivals, music, and foodie fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience in Lafayette this spring and summer 2023. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/uzMwQqPUaB8
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Chicken & Avocado Salad, and easy, colorful, and healthy dish that's perfect for spring and summer. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-and-avocado-salad/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
The roots of Celtic Art are very old yet can still be seen to influence the arts of calligraphy and jewelry today. The motifs and decorative patterns related to what we call Celtic Art can be found in a wide geographic area from the New Grange tomb in Ireland dating from 3300 B.C. (pre-dating the Great Pyramids of Egypt) to the Scythian art found as far east as Siberia dating from the 7th century B.C., and in nearly every European country in between. Exceptions are those countries along the Mediterranean coast where the influences of Classical civilization were strong.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the history Celtic art. Read her article, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-origins-of-celtic-art/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
It's all about Traveling in Ireland on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday Vacation Station "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From wild outdoor adventures to looking for fairies and touring historic sites, hear IFWTWA travel writers share their adventures in Ireland and beyond, as well as tips on planning your visit to the "Emeraldn Isle." They also discuss their writing, photography and travel backgrounds, along with their latest and upcoming adventures.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/UmibR0GzIoc
FEATURED GUESTS
- MARYROSE DENTON has traveled throughout the U.S., Canada, and into Western Europe, and is excited to keep adding cultural, sustainable, off-the-beaten-path adventures both at home and abroad to her bucket list. Follow her adventures at https://maryrosedentonwriter.com/
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KATHLEEN MESSMER is a photographer, travel writer, and founder of Indie Spirit Live! She believes travel instills an appreciation for other world cultures and history you can't achieve staying in your comfort zone. Follow her adventures at https://indiespirit.live/
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ED & JENNIFER COLEMAN, known as "Coleman Concierge," share their stories of amazing adventures through activity-driven transformational and experiential travel. Follow their adventures (including Ireland) at https://www.colemanconcierge.com/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the connection between competence and trust. Hear about how competence effects leadership, teamwork, career development, and more. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oKDmHbGgSRs
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
From escorted coach tours to road tripping, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle who shares some of the different ways you can tour and Ireland. Check out Cheryl's blog outlining three main ways to explore the Emerald Isle: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/03/13/everyone-is-irish-on-st-patricks-day/
WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wZ0ta8xwELE
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Dave DeGolyer from Explore Steuben, who shares what to experience in Corning and Steuben County, up in the Finger Lakes region of New York State
Between the extraordinary landscape and outdoor adventures, the charming small towns, the variety and affordability of activities, the accessibility of the region, the first-rate culinary options and award-winning wineries, world-renowned art, and the laid-back, unpretentious vibe that distinguishes the region’s personality, it’s difficult to find anywhere quite like Steuben County. Plan your visit: http://www.exploresteuben.com/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/OQI7i4y1cGo
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Legendary British blues-rock band Savoy Brown have released a new album "Blues All Around" on Quarto Valley Records after the passing of acclaimed founder, Kim Simmonds. The album showcases Kim's most-inspired guitar work and expressive vocals, since his illness during the recording sessions lead him to play a great deal more slide guitar than on previous albums.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Savoy Brown drummer Garnet Grimm and bass player Pat DeSalvo talk about their friendship and experiences performing and recording with Kim Simmonds, and the new album "Blues All Around." More here: https://savoybrown.com/
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LVwVkMLjS8s
Attending a Conference or Business Retreat in Palm Springs? Or maybe you're looking for a sunny and relaxing destination to work remotely? It's all about Mixing Business with Pleasure in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JeBZ4eqP1Bo
FEATURED GUESTS:- Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com - Robert Hunt - Alcazar Hotel Palm Springs - https://alcazarpalmsprings.com
Famous for picturesque coastal towns, 300 miles of shoreline, and ten waterfront towns, Door County, Wisconsin, is much more than having “something for everyone.” From State Parks and Trolley Tours to Goats on Rooftops and Belgian Chapels, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features photographer and journalist Julie Diebolt Price who shares her adventures in Door County. See her photos and story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/make-door-county-wisconsin-your-next-destination/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON PODBEAN: youtu.be/Zwi7Z8yGFTs
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From Albuquerque to Silver City, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two New Mexico B&B destinations that have two unique spring experiences.
Featured Bed & Breakfasts:- Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque. See: https://bottger.com/ - Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City. See: https://www.casitasdegila.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/d-MpYYSjXVk
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Gary Born, author of "The File," a nail-biting thriller centered on international espionage. Leaning into his experience as a preeminent international lawyer, Born weaves an exciting tale that spans Africa, the Middle East and Europe in a relentless pursuit of WWII Nazi intel that will enthrall the reader from the first page.
WATCH THE PODCAST HERE: https://youtu.be/EklAqK9gcXU
"The File" by Gary Born is out through Histria Books, March 28, 2023. Pre-order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/File-Gary-Born/dp/1592112056
From wildflowers and waterfalls, to festivals and events, the Biltmore Mansion and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Spring Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville" are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
It’s springtime and you know what that means. Making way for new growth. To do that, we must take away some of those overgrown weeds that hinder our growth from our internal gardens.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley," show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin shares three ways to clean out the weeds and debris that can take space in one's soul garden. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-cleaning-for-the-soul/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/hdp-WpdRQi0
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday.
Instead of just offering one winery’s line of wine, the Wine Collective features a large variety of all Arizona wines. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" shares her wine tasting experience at the Wine Collective in Scottsdale, Arizona. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-the-wine-collective/
WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/x56uov-x3Qk
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features scientist turned comedian Ben Miller who discusses his career and month-long NPAF residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Learn more about Ben at https://www.benmillercomedy.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residenty programs at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Planning a trip to see those magnificent Giant Sequoia Trees? This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on spring outdoor adventures in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests:- Sinitia Kawasaki-Lee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Info: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_POybHermaM
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's all about Spring Wines and Pairings on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about spring wine pairings, LDV Winery's new releases and vineyard happenings, and what the term "budbreak" is all about.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-VzmVX1ajBs See Peggy's Spring Wine Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-wine-pairing/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From historic lighthouses and rugged beaches to charming coastal villages, fresh local seafood, and comfy harbor lodgings, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures on Long Beach Peninsula in Washington State. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/lots-to-love-about-washingtons-long-beach-peninsula/
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features "Starlite & Campbell," the husband/wife music duo Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell. Suzy is a songwriter, visual artist, and multi-instrumentalist. Simon is an artist, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter and music producer.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/az8DEtkgyNs
Hear about their recent tour and current projects including their new multimedia project 'Starlite.One' and podcast "The Supertone" and so much more. Keep up with their music and projects at:https://starlite-campbell.com https://starlite.one http://supertonerecords.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine," who discusses the recipe and story about Hamantaschen, a scrumptious cookie usually eaten on the Jewish holiday Purim. See her recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hamantaschen-for-purim/
From birdwatching in the countryside to walking the forest and coastline, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, who talks about what to experience in the England's outdoor areas. Read his article that shares a sample of what your "great outdoors itinerary" could be: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/exploring-the-great-outdoors-of-england/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/S6TdZp_3YS4
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode fo Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Jesse Gilbert who is the senior biologist, President and Chief Executive Officer for the Texas State Aquarium Association.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/QHyJ3Xyi8FYOn March 2, 2023, the Texas State Aquarium will also open a new Wildlife Rescue Center. The goal is to use what the aquarium has learned about marine mammals to save wild animals in danger (many times of extinction). Once they bring affected animals to the rescue center, they treat them -- as in a hospital -- and then release them back into the wild. The program works hand-in-hand with U.S. Fish and Wildlife and other government entities to target and save endangered species. More: https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/.Airing every third Friday and select "Eco-Mondays" this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the life and history of George Washington Carver, the acclaimed botanist, scientist, educator, and inventor who changed the world of agriculture in the south. From Missouri to Iowa, Texas, and beyond, his legacy is part of the Jefferson Highway. A key place to experience his story is at the George Washington Carver National Monument, the first unit of the National Park Service dedicated to an African American
Featured Guests:- Roger Bell - Historian and President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Paxton J. Williams - Actor/Playwright/Chautauqua Scholar; creator and performing of the one-man play, "Listening to the Still Small Voice.”
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: jeffersonhighway.org/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: www.natchitoches.com/
Federal and California law protects certain classes of employees from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and adverse employment actions. Generally, the law in California protects more classes of employees.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs outlines the various Federal and California protected classes. See his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/protected-classes-how-many-are-out-there/
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iFnH6cA_w1Q
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show celebrates the rich black history and African American culture in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Hear about the legacy of famous primitive folk artist Clementine Hunter, Baptist minister Alfred Raford Blunt, businesswoman Marie Thérèse Coincoin, entrepreneur and philanthropist Mr. Ben D. Johnson, and many more.
WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/AqoGrxTiGqc
FEATURED GUESTS- Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau - https://natchitoches.com/ - Jennae Biddiscombe - Branch Director Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum - https://www.louisianastatemuseum.org/
Picture: The Wash painting by artist Clementine Hunter.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features multi-Emmy award-winning guitarist/composer Brian Tarquin who discusses his new Heavy Friends album "Brothers in Arms" featuring such iconic guitarists as Joe Satriani, Vinnie Moore (UFO), Ron ‘Bumblefoot’ Thal (Guns N’ Roses), Alex De Rosso (Dokken), Travis Stever (Coheed & Cambria), Jeff Duncan (Armored Saint), Johannes Weik (Son of a Bach), Gerald Gradwohl (Tangerine Dream), Chris Haskett (Henry Rollins Band). WATCH THIS INTERVIEW WITH FULL SOUNDTRACKS FOR THE SONGS "SPEED OF SOUND" WITH JOE SATRIANI, AND "KISS MY AXE" WITH VINNIE MOORE, ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/71D6KBNlga0Brian Tarquin, a one-man army, composed, produced and performed all guitar melodies, solos, bass, rhythm guitars and used session drummer Reggie Pryor. The album features exclusive songs inspired by those military soldiers who have fought for their country. Partial proceeds from the sales go to the Fisher House Foundation who supplies housing to veterans' families while they are hospitalized. Info: https://www.briantarquin.com/ and https://fisherhouse.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features director/filmmaker Brandon Kramer and Louis L. Reed, Sr. Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance, who discuss the documentary film THE FIRST STEP.
"The First Step" is an independent production of Meridian Hill Pictures that focuses on how in a divided America, Van Jones controversially works across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to America's addiction crisis. Attempting to be a bridge builder in a time of extreme polarization takes him deep into the inner workings of a divisive administration, internal debates within both parties, and the lives of frontline activists fighting for their communities.
Showing in select theatres across North America, Van Jones, Jared Kushner, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Cory Booker, Senator Shelly Capito, Senator Rand Paul, Senator Mike Lee, Mayor Karen Bass, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Louis L. Reed, Patrisse Cullors, Charlemagne Tha God, Karen Hunter, Kim Kardashian, Donald Trump, and many more. More at https://www.firststepfilm.com/
All presidents have been officially recorded for history in portraits that range in style from traditional Realism to Expressionism to Caricature, or that besides official portraits there are informal ones. Portrait artists have used mediums as diverse as oil paint to clay, to photographic means, including digital manipulation and inkjet printing.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the history behind various Presidential Portraits. See her article about the Presidential Portraits in the National Portrait Gallery: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/presidential-portraits-in-the-national-portrait-gallery/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
rom Egypt and Jordan to Israel and Albania, France and Switzerland, it's all about World Travel on this second episode of Big Blend Radio's new 3rd Friday Vacation Station "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Hear guest travel writers share their writing and travel backgrounds, travel and travel writer tips, along with their latest and upcoming adventures. FEATURED GUESTS - Diane Covington-Carter - Award-winning author, journalist, photographer and commentator. More: https://dianecovingtoncarter.com/ - Norm Bour - Self-proclaimed "analog" nomad and world traveler, author, and travel writer. More: https://travelyounger.com/ - Sharon K. Kurtz - Travel writer, world traveler, observer, storyteller, and tour guide. More: http://www.sharonkkurtz.com/ Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Love, Trust, and Commitment. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/VdbBcRuXBY4 Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/ Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
From booking an all-inclusive resort or cruise to going on a road trip adventure, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle who shares travel tips on how to plan a memorable honeymoon.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DfIU6VECq7g
On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
From award-winning wineries to incredible outdoor recreation and athletic sports opportunities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association features TJ Holmes & Ashley Cates of Travel Medford in Oregon's Rogue Valley. Hear what there is to experience in Medford and the Rogue Valley this spring and early summer. More: www.travelmedford.org/
Thank you International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features renowned author Dawn Dais who discusses the fifth installment to her best-selling series, “The Sh!t No One Tells You About Divorce” (Hachette Books).
After 12 years together, two children, 10 pets, and five properties, Dawn and her partner decided to call it quits. In her latest book, Dawn tries to figure out what happened … and what happens next. Joined by an insightful chorus of divorced friends, Dawn delivers a true-to-life and funnier-than-it-should-be guide to discovering the unexpected value in the wreckage. What if divorce isn’t just a loss — but an opportunity? More at: https://www.dawndais.com/
Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the United States, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. February may be American Heart Month but as Dr. Jacqueline Eubany shares, maintaining good heart health is a lifestyle that can include going for walks, meditating, adding some Mediterranean cuisine to your menu, putting down those cigarettes, and cutting back on alcohol. Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
It's all about Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPSH), a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/kD6ajmhvQUw
FEATURED GUESTS: - MICHAEL GREEN - General Manager of the Palm Springs Cultural Center, Chair of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-owner of Triangle Inn - see: https://www.triangle-inn.com/- KATHY CONDON - Jorunalist, travel writer, and contributor to PSPSH's Boutiquely Palm Springs blog, and publisher of http://www.palmspringsinsiderguide.com/- KURT CYR - Designer, writer, mid-century modern expert, and owner and operator of Palm Springs Mod Squad Architecture & Design Tours - see: https://www.psmodsquad.com/Stay and Play in Sunny Palm Springs! Visit https://www.authenticpalmsprings.com/ to plan your escape!
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show features Christine Scypinski, owner and innkeeper of Adobe & Pines Inn Bed & Breakfast up in Taos. Adobe & Pines Inn is centered around a historic 1830's adobe hacienda preserved with its original architectural elements and transformed into one of the most charming, luxurious and romantic hide-aways in the Southwest. Each room is unique with its own special charm. Guests can relax while enjoying works of fine art by Taos artists, scenic country grounds, and private patios for strolling, sitting and stargazing. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast overlooking a flower-filled courtyard, and so much more. Visit: https://adobepines.com/Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Leadership Scholar and Master Trainer Jonathan R. Kroll who discusses his new book, “Preparing Leadership Educators” (Stylus Publishing). Perfect for leadership educators–trainers, teachers, coaches, and mentors of all stripes–who want to refresh their pedagogical knowledge and revitalize their strategies, this practical book book fills a long-held gap in the leadership world, as well as the training and development industries. More: https://leadershiptrainer.org More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on where to Eat, Drink & Be Merry in Beer City USA! FEATURED GUESTS - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - see: https://www.lion-rose.com/- Nikki Mitchell - Highand Brewing Company - see: https://highlandbrewing.com/- John Godts and Liisa Andreassen - Cottage Cooking Asheville - see: https://cottagecookingasheville.com/- Mike Semenec - Dssolvr - see: https://dssolvr.com/- Joe Ragazzo - Two Trees Distilling - see: https://www.twotreesdistilling.com/- David Ackley & Andie Whigham - Ginger's Revenge - see: https://gingersrevenge.com/
From George Washington to JFK, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features who Mike Guardia discusses US Presidents who not only served in the military, but also went to war. Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of over 20 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's new "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin and her friend Darsweil Rogers deep dive into the world of relationships. Hear why healthy relationships are important in both your personal life and professional work, and tips on how to make them work. Read their article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-importance-it-is-to-have-healthy-relationships/"Soul Diving Sunday" airs every first Sunday with Shelley Whizin who is a transformational life coach and the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”. More at www.ShelleyWhizin.comDarsweil is Partner & Co-Founder of CFP Innovation, a national advisory and research firm. Darsweil and his colleagues use research-based data-driven analysis in assisting clients in reaching higher levels of performance. He is an executive, entrepreneur, coach, and consultant with over 40 years of experience. He is also the host of the radio show, “Profiles and Perspectives.” More at https://www.cfpinnovation.com/
A new, invitation-only experience from Princess Cruises transports guests nightly to the Mediterranean – no matter where they’re actually sailing – engaging all of their senses with the tastes, sights, sounds, touches, and fragrances of the Mediterranean. The fully immersive 360 is an extraordinary experience, especially for foodies and travelers. Hear all about it on this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and John Padgett, President of Princess Cruises and Chief Experience & Innovation Officer for Carnival Corporation. Read Linda's story about her 360 experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/princess-360-an-extraordinary-experience/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This special Big Blend Radio “NPAF Artists Reunion Show” celebrates over 7 years of hosting the 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks” Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Featured NPAF Park Artists-in-Residence: - Astro-photographer Stan Honda - https://www.stanhonda.com/- Master Featherworker Rick San Nicolas - https://www.hawaiianfeathers.com/- Multi-media Artist Mary Babcock - https://www.marybabcock.com/- Multi-media artist Anna Glynn - https://annaglynn.com/From Hawaii’s volcanoes and the ancient Puebloan city complexes of Chaco Canyon to remote Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park and the southwest crossroads of historic Fort Union, the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) partners with a wide range of parks and monuments to offer residency programs in places that are known for their unique qualities that inspire out-of-the-ordinary thinking and creativity in artists. Artists selected for NPAF programs range from nationally renowned artists at the height of their careers to those just starting or at the midpoint and looking for an experience to take them to the next step. More: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show shines the spotlight on Tulare, California's positive growth in business, travel and tourism, and agriculture. Hear how this small agricultural city is growing with opportunities while maintaining it's quality of life and country charm. Featured guest is Donnette Silva Carter, board member of the Sequoia Tourism Council and CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce. More: http://www.tularechamber.org/Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's all about Wine and Chocolate on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with sharing her tips on wine and chocolate pairings, Peggy explains what "riddling" means, and gives a vineyard update. See her wine & chocolate tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter and community manager for TrustedHousesitters, a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Founded in 2010, TrustedHousesitters has connected thousands of pet owners and pet sitters worldwide through their mutual trust and love of animals. https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
How does it all work? Made up of both owners and sitters, TrustedHousesitters.com members pay just once a year to connect and exchange home and pet care for the chance to stay with pets in unique places. As neither member charges money, it’s a special exchange that helps owners travel with true peace of mind while pet-loving sitters get to experience life somewhere new. Plus, along with a free 24/7 vet care hotline, all sits confirmed through TrustedHousesitters are covered by an Insurance Backed Guarantee that includes property damage, theft, and public liability. With members in over 130 countries and more five-star Trustpilot reviews than any other house and pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters is officially the world’s largest and most trusted community of its kind.
Overcoming life’s many disappointments begins with one thing: grit. But what is grit, and how can we know what it looks like in the shtshow of life? Drawing from her own experience and psychology practice, psychologist Eckleberry-Hunt weaves together a collection of gritty stories of survival, hope, and healing in the face of overwhelming pain and adversity. As she explains on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show, her new book “Badass Stories: Grit, Growth, Hope, and Healing in the Shtshow,” (Feb. 14, 2023, Turner) illustrates how real people have used tools like grit and hope to make it through life’s challenges — great and small — and foster growth and healing in the process. More: https://jodieeckleberryhunt.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, who discusses the organization's various programs and achievements.
In 1983 National Park Trust was founded by a group of committed individuals passionate about protecting our nation’s parks. Today, the Park Trust benefits from a vibrant community of park enthusiasts, including board members, educators, students, families, military communities, nonprofit partners, donors, and staff who work together to support the mission to preserve parks today and create park stewards for tomorrow. More: https://parktrust.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, talks about student and youth travel in England. Hear about the different destinations, attractions, and historic sites that connect with subjects being studied, and other fun places across the country that will appeal to solo or group travel. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/student-and-youth-travel-in-england/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Danielle Clode who is a zoologist, biologist, natural history author, and animal expert based at Flinders University in Adelaide Australia. Hear about her new book "KOALA: A Natural History and an Uncertain Future," an amazing journey into the hidden life of the koala, revealing what life is really like up in the trees. More: https://danielleclode.com.au/
Airing every third Friday and select "Eco-Mondays" this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the upcoming Annual Jefferson Highway Association Conference happening June 7-10, 2023 in Mason City, Iowa. More about the event: https://www.jeffersonhighway.org/event-4605436Featured Guests: - Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Sandra Huemann Kelly - Jefferson Highway Association Conference Chair - Lindsey James - Executive Director of Visit Mason City - https://visitmasoncityiowa.com/Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/Featured music on the show is "Travel Song" by guitarist Micha Schellhaas - http://michamusic.com/Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over California's 2023 Leaves of Absence Rights that include Bereavement Leave, the California Family Rights Act, Healthy Workplace Healthy Families Act, and Emergency Leave. Read his article outlining the new and expanded regulations here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-expands-workplace-leaves-of-absence-rights/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
From music to museums, and shopping to dining, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures in Nashville, Tennessee. Read her story covering the Sights, Sounds & Flavors of Music City, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-the-sights-sounds-and-flavors-of-nashville-tennessee/
Featured music is "Glorious, Glorious," by The Joiners. More: https://thejoinerhouse.bandcamp.com/album/glorious-gloriousTravel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Professor Alan Tratner, co-founder of Earth Day and the pioneering Environmental Education Group, as well as the Green2Gold Incubator and the National Transition Initiative. Alan discusses the Plastic-Free Packaging Alliance, a non-profit organization helping major companies transition from harmful oil-based plastics to environmentally friendly bio-plastics. To date the organization has prevented millions of tons of plastic from entering landfills and oceans. Learn more: http://www.aplasticfreeworld.org/
Featured music is "We Are The Many" by Makana. More: https://www.makanamusic.com/
Airing every third Friday and select "Eco-Mondays" this episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
According to FEMA, 40% of Americans live in a disaster zone or state. Add to this the fact that 80% of Americans file insurance claims caused by weather, to the tune of $152 billion a year. This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Home & Garden Show features Will Seippel, founder of WorthPoint, who shares tips for preparing your home and valuables in it in case disaster strikes. Will Seippel is the CEO and founder of WorthPoint, the world’s largest provider of information about art, antiques and collectibles. Consistently in the top 1,000 most visited websites in the US, WorthPoint receives more than 300,000 visits a day. See: https://www.worthpoint.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the symbolism behind the famous “Arnolfini Wedding Portrait” of Giovanni Arnolfini and Giovanna Cenami. This painting was completed in 1434 by Jan van Eyck, a noted Flemish painter. See her article about the painting here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-arnolfini-wedding-portrait/ Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
It's all about Garden Getaways on this debut episode of Big Blend Radio's new 3rd Friday Vacation Station "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Lowther Castle in England to Butchart Gardens in Canada, to the Holland Tulip Festival in Michigan, this show covers garden destinations and flower-powered celebrations across the country and around the world. Plus, our guest travel writers share their writing and travel backgrounds, and talk about their latest and upcoming adventures. FEATURED GUESTS - Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" - https://allingoodtaste.info/ & https://pnwtourist.com/ - Penny Zibula "Six Legs Will Travel" - https://sixlegswilltravel.com/ - Veronica Bareman "The Hip Grandma with a Camera" - https://www.veronicajunephotography.com & https://www.hipgrandmalife.com Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the connection between fear and trust. Using different examples, this conversation focuses on how trust can help go beyond fear and handle change in your personal and professional life. Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/ She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
From packing to renewing your passport and understanding the fine print in travel documents, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle who shares tips for first time international travelers. On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/
Get a Taste of Louisiana's oldest city on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show! Hear all about Mariner's Restaurant, a popular dining and special events destination that overlooks Sibley Lake in Natchitoches. Featured guests: - Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau - https://natchitoches.com/ - Chef Ben & Keri Fidelak - Owners of Mariner's Restaurant - https://www.marinersrestaurant.com/
This episode's music is "Chicken & Waffles" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys based in New Orleans. https://www.johnnymastro.com/
Artemis is determined to save her local salt marsh from destruction and she won't let her stutter stand in the way. In a supernatural twist, Artemis calls on the ghosts of deceased ecologists, and forms her very own “brigade” of underdogs who share her ambition and passion for eco-justice. This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Kimberly Behre Kenna who discusses the first installment on her Brave Girls Collection, “Artemis Sparke and the Sound Seekers Brigade.” Publishing on World Wetlands Day, February 2, 2023, (Fitzroy Books / Regal House), this magic-filled new middle grade book promotes environmentalism, celebrating what makes you unique, finding your voice, and standing up for what’s right. More at https://www.kimberlybehrekenna.com/
Emma Rosales is the heiress of the largest ranch in Texas: The Thorn. All the responsibilities of managing a million acres now fall into her fifth-generation hands, a task Emma could handle with her eyes closed … if The Thorn were any ordinary ranch. After stumbling upon people living on her property, will Emma survive her attempts to return home or will she accept her fate and remain hidden away from her family forever? This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Julia Brewer Daily who discusses her latest novel, "The Daughter of Thorn Ranch," out now through Admission Press. More: https://www.juliadaily.com/
It's all about Romantic Stays in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's brand new 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Featured Guests: - Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com- Steve Siehl - The Hacienda at Warm Sands - https://thehacienda.com/- Karina Castaneda - Los Arboles Hotel and El Mirasol Restaurants - https://losarboleshotel.com/ and https://www.elmirasolrest.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Linda Milks who shares her adventures in Jordan. Hear about the Through Local Eyes Tour through the streets of Jabal al-Weibdeh, lunch at Galsoum’s Kitchen, staying in the Sharah Luxury Camp and riding camels through the desert of Wadi Rum, visiting Jerash in the northern part of Jordan, and experiencing Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Read her story and see her photos here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-wow-moments-in-jordan/ Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two Northern New Mexico B&B destinations that host elopements, small weddings, and honeymoons. Featured Bed & Breakfasts: - Inn of the Turquoise Bear in Santa Fe - https://www.turquoisebear.com/ - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features thriller and crime writer Mark Ellis who discusses his latest novel in his WWII series, DEAD IN THE WATER. The story follows DCI Frank Merlin who continues his battle against rampant wartime crime when a mangled body is found in the Thames just as some items of priceless art go mysteriously missing. More: https://markellisauthor.com/More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Blake Vanfield, Executive Director of Genuine Skagit Valley in Washington State, who gives an overview of the region's incredible agricultural roots and diverse and ecologically sustainable production. It's delicious!The Skagit Valley has been supplying the region, state, and world with nearly every crop imaginable since the first commercial harvest of potatoes in 1853. Today, the region cultivates over 80 crops. Genuine Skagit Valley supports the growers and producers of the Skagit Valley by promoting the region's distinctive farm-raised flavors, culture, and heritage, with the aim to sustain farming for generations to come. More: https://genuineskagitvalley.com/For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, this Big Blend Radio "Sweet 16" Happy Hour show celebrates 16 years of Big Blend Radio hosted by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter team who publish Big Blend Magazines and travel full-time across the country on their Love Your Parks Tour.FEATURED GUESTS: - Ward Heinrichs - California employment attorney- Shelley Whizin - Author and transformational life coach- Lea Brovedani - Trust expert, speaker, and author- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce- Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast- Victoria Chick - Contemporary Figurative Artist- Christy Wood - World Champion Horse Trainer- Lisa Sniderman "Aoede" - Singer/songwriter and playwright- Mae Edwards - Singer/songwriter, editor and director
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, this Big Blend Radio "Sweet 16" Champagne Sunday show celebrates 16 years of Big Blend Radio hosted by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter team who publish Big Blend Magazines and travel full-time across the country on their Love Your Parks Tour.FEATURED GUESTS: - Writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" - Glynn Burrows - Norfolk Tours in England- Steve Schneickert - Hollywood History Podcaster- Margot Carrera - Fine Art Nature Photographer- Mike Guardia - Military History Author- Joey Stuckey - Musician and Producer- Johnny Schaefer - Singer-songwriter - Nicki Kris - Pop singer/songwriter - Angela Laws - TrustedHousesitters.com
You've written your book or article and now it's published. Now what? On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and publicist Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" shares tips on how to promote your written work on social media. Promoting your book on social media is basically a 5-Step Process. Here’s what is involved in creating an action plan: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-promote-your-book-or-article-on-social-media/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this special Big Blend Radio “NPAF Artists Reunion Show” celebrates over 7 years of hosting the 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks” Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Featured NPAF Park Artists-in-Residence:- Painter Alice Leese – Fort Union National Monument, Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park- Composer and musician Glenn McClure – Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park- Composer and musician Andy Jarema – Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park- Environmental artist Patricia Cummins – Fort Union National Monument- Fiber Artist Nancy Hershberger – Fort Union National Monument From Hawaii’s volcanoes and the ancient Puebloan city complexes of Chaco Canyon to remote Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park and the southwest crossroads of historic Fort Union, the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) partners with a wide range of parks and monuments to offer residency programs in places that are known for their unique qualities that inspire out-of-the-ordinary thinking and creativity in artists. Artists selected for NPAF programs range from nationally renowned artists at the height of their careers to those just starting or at the midpoint and looking for an experience to take them to the next step.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on business, corporate, and group travel in California's Sequoia Country. Hear about lodging and dining destinations, along with unique meeting, conference, and expo venues, and a fun variety of extra activities to enjoy during your meeting, or if you extend your stay.Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia- Kiley Arce - Tulare Chamber of CommerceLocated in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's all about Wine Trends to Watch in 2023 on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with her monthly vineyard update, she also discusses Corks, and talks about her Good Luck Cajun Black-eyed Peas recipe for the New Year.See Peggy's Wine Trends Article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/10-wine-trends-to-watch-in-2023/Get her Black-eyed Peas Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/Music on this episode: "Pour the Champagne" by Jann Klose.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on 23+ Must-Do Experiences in Asheville, North Carolina, in 2023. From breweries to rooftop cocktails, music stores to botanical gardens, comedy shows to historic sites, forest bathing to yoga with goats, the Biltmore Estate, and of course wildlife watching in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the scenic views along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and chasing waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, there's something for everyone, and in all seasons. FEATURED GUESTS - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - see: https://www.lion-rose.com/- Kristy Tolly - Author of "100 Things to Do in Asheville Before You Die" - see: http://www.kristytolley.com/- Kaye Bentley - Ashville Rooftop Bar Tours - see: https://www.ashevillerooftopbartours.com/- Nicole Will - Asheville Wellness Tours - see: https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/ - Kyle Samples - LaZoom Comedy Bus Tours - see: https://www.lazoomtours.com/Featured music is "Paradise Falls" by Love Bubble - see: https://www.reverbnation.com/lovebubblewnc
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show, Mike Guardia discusses the Invasion of the Philippines (December 8, 1941, to May 8, 1942) by the Empire of Japan and the defense of the islands by United States and the Philippine Armies, part of the Pacific Theater of World War II.Appearing on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday, Mike Guardia is an award-winning military historian, educator, and author of over 20 military history books. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Being authentic at work means being true to yourself as an individual. It’s knowing who you are, what you need, and what you want, and being unafraid to stand up for yourself in a heartfelt way. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's new "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley," transformational life coach Shelley Whizin shares the importance of being your authentic self, and how her 3-BE formula will help you at any time, and in any place. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-three-bes-to-being-your-authentic-self-at-work/Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life." Keep up with her here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ and tune in to her "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show here on Big Blend Radio, every first Sunday.
Elephants are under siege everywhere they are found on the planet. Their declining numbers are a reflection of a world out of balance and a clarion call for humanity to pay attention. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show, award-winning documentary filmmaker Louise Hogarth discusses her new film, 'ELEPHANT REFUGEES: A Fight To Survive When Waters Run Dry." The film is now out worldwide on digital platforms. More: https://dolfilms.org/This episode is part of our special Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" show features anthropologist, herbalist, and expert forager Lisa M. Rose, who discusses her beautiful new book “Urban Foraging: Find, Gather and Cook 50 Wild Plants," that's out now through Timber Press. In "Urban Foraging," Lisa puts a metropolitan twist on scavenging for food. From wild apple to wood sorrel, this indispensable guide profiles 50 common edible plants that can be found in the concrete jungle. Interesting recipes show how to transform a harvest into new and creative cooking ideas such as wild apple tarte tatin, honeysuckle honey, and strawberry-knotweed pie. Plus, helpful entries detail how to gather food safely with added notes on further culinary uses and proper harvesting techniques. It’s the perfect companion for sidewalk scavengers, adventurous cooks, and all those who want to bring a bit of wildness to the dinner table. More: https://burdockandrose.com/ Special thanks to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs goes over the new California employment laws and regulations for 2023 including FAST Recovery Act, Pay Data and Job Posting Requirements, California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), AB 1949-Bereavement Leave, Changes to Leaves of Absence Rules, Employee Rights in Emergency Situations, and Minimum Wage & Salary. Read his article outlining the laws here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-california-2023-employment-laws/Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her outdoor adventures in Page, Arizona. Hear about the geological wonder of Antelope Canyon, and what it's like to go rafting in iconic Horseshoe Bend located within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. SEE HER STORIES & PHOTOS on NationalParkTraveling.com: * Antelope Canyon: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/experience-the-wonder-and-beauty-of-antelope-canyon/* Horseshoe Bend: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/rafting-horseshoe-bend/Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, shares how to get the most out of your business travel in England. Hear about unique lodging destinations and meeting venues, attractions and activities, and how tour guides can help professionals "get the lay of the land" according to their business needs. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/bleisure-in-england/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday (except this episode because of the Christmas and Winter Holidays). More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed UK singer-songwriter Claire Hamill who discusses her extensive music career and new solo album, “A Pocket Full of Love Songs." Out now through Cherry Red, the album was written during lockdown and features songs from the heart on all aspects of love and life. Claire Hamill is celebrating over 50 years in the music industry. She is known as being one of England’s first female singer-songwriters who has toured, recorded, and performed with Ray Davies of the Kinks, King Crimson, Wishbone Ash, Procol Harum, and Jethro Tull. She's also known for her hit “Baseball Blues," and for writing Eva Cassidy’s hit “You Take My Breath Away." More: https://clairehamill.co.uk/home
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on 23 unique must-do experiences on and off the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://www.jeffersonhighway.org/Featured Destinations include Winnipeg and Manitoba Canada; Fort Snelling in Minnesota; Mason City in Iowa; Joplin in Missouri; Pittsburg & Crawford County in Kansas; Tulsa in Oklahoma; Denison in Texas; and Bunkie in Louisiana. Featured music is "Chicken & Waffles" by Johnny Mastro & The Mama's Boys, "Texas Blue Moon" by Shelley King. Plus, hear some Louisiana Hollywood History on the Jefferson Highway by Steve Schenickert.THIS SHOW IS PART TWO OF A 2-PART SPECIAL. LISTEN TO PART ONE HERE.
This special live broadcast episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on 23 unique must-do experiences on and off the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/ Featured Destinations include Winnipeg, Canada; Owatonna, Minnesota; Lamoni in Iowa; St. Joseph, Joplin, and Harrisonville, Missouri; Fort Scott in Kansas; Muskogee, Eufaula, Atoka, and McAlester in Oklahoma; Gladewater in East Texas; and Natchitoches, Alexandria, and New Orleans in Louisiana. Special Guest Co-Hosts: Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, and Arlene Gould, Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau in Louisiana. Featured music is "Highway" by The Cravens, and "Nola Rolls" by Jon Roniger.THIS SHOW IS PART ONE OF A 2-PART SPECIAL. LISTEN TO PART TWO HERE.
Part two of our special Big Blend Radio's "Winter Solstice Happy Hour" Show celebrates the Winter Solstice as well as Christmas and All Winter Holidays featuring:- Christmas music with Joey Stuckey, an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator and sound engineer, and, the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “Southern rock capital of the world!"- Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, shares Christmas Traditions of England.- Christmas Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert.LISTEN TO PART ONE, OUR LIVE WINTER SOLSTICE HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR, HERE.
Airing live from Crossville, Tennessee, this special live broadcast of Big Blend Radio's "Winter Solstice Happy Hour" Show celebrates the Winter Solstice as well as Christmas and All Winter Holidays with music, games, and fun conversations. Featured guests include: Musicians Michael Ely, Lisa Sniderman "Aoede," and Johnny Schaefer; photographers Margot Carrera and Mark Navarro; Hollywood Historian Steve Schneickert; employment attorney Ward Heinrichs; cardiologist Dr. Jackie Eubany; authors Mike Guardia, East S. M. and Kevin Moore; innkeepers Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose B&B Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery; lifecoach Shelley Whizin; and Arlene Gould - Natchitoches Convention & Tourism Bureau. LISTEN TO PART 2 OF OUR CHRISTMAS & WINTER HOLIDAY SHOW, AFTER THIS BROADCAST, HERE.
What can you experience in Louisiana in 2023? This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, who discuss the travel experience and tourism industry of Louisiana. Hear about historic sites and trails, Mardi Gras festivities, nature havens and outdoor recreational opportunities, dining destinations, and so much more. Since taking office in 2016, Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and his team have guided the state to record breaking tourism numbers in each of the last 5 consecutive years prior to the pandemic, cut wasteful spending, and upgraded the State Parks with many becoming profitable through public/private partnerships. Under his leadership, the Department of Culture Recreation and Tourism worked non-stop to revive Louisiana's 4th largest industry – tourism – again welcoming 53 million visitors to enjoy Louisiana’s culture, cruise industry, celebrations and culinary excellence. Louisiana remains ranked in the top 10 tourist destination by in polls around the world. More: https://www.crt.state.la.us/lt-governor/ and https://www.louisianatravel.com/This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show series that focuses on the travel and event experiences of Natchitoches, the oldest settlement in Louisiana. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode's music is "House of the Rising Sun" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys based in New Orleans. https://www.johnnymastro.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning Brazilian author Heloisa Prieto who discusses her new novel, "The Musician."With over 2 million books sold in Brazil, Prieto is already a household name. But her long-standing success hasn’t stopped her from dazzling her readers with lyrical prose and spell-binding stories. With "The Musician," she debuts her first English-written story within the US, uniting Brazilian mythology and the Guarani culture in a magical setting. "The Musician" is out now through Koehler Books. More: https://www.themusician.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features children's book editor turned author Jayne Pillemer, who discusses her touching and thoughtful children's book "Still Mine," that's out now through Harper Collins.In the wake of Covid-19 and with school shootings at a record high in the U.S. according to the National Center for Education Statistics, thoughtful books like Pillemer’s are an essential balm to the soul, nurturing hope in grieving hearts. In “Still Mine,” Pillemer’s lyrical writing and Sheryl Murray’s sweet illustrations offer gentle comfort and reassurance to anyone who has experienced loss that you still carry those you love with you in the smallest things—and in your heart—forever.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle, a world traveler, accredited travel adviser, and owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. Hear her travel tips and how working with a travel adviser can help you plan your best vacation, without costing you any extra money. More: https://heywannago.com/Big Blend Radio is happy to have Cheryl join our family as a travel expert with shows airing every third Wednesday starting in January 2023. Stay Tuned here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cheryl-ogle-hey-wanna-go-travel/
Regionalist painter, lithographer, and muralist Thomas Hart Benton (1889 -1975 ) was a son of Missouri, and, although he studied modern art trends in Europe, spent years in New York, and was the first artist to have his picture on the cover of Time Magazine, he moved back to Missouri and made his mark on it with murals across the State and by influencing young artists through his teaching.On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the life and work of artist Thomas Hart Benton, and the places you can visit in Missouri that preserve and interpret his art and legacy. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-thomas-hart-benton-country/Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
Featuring guest cohost Steve Schneickert, actor and Big Blend Radio's Hollywood History podcaster, this episode of Big Blend Radio welcomes legendary "Dark Shadows" actress and author Kathryn Leigh Scott. “Dark Shadows” was an American gothic soap opera that aired weekdays on the ABC television network, from 1966, to 1971. The show depicted the lives, loves, trials, and tribulations of the wealthy Collins family of Collinsport, Maine, where a number of supernatural occurrences take place. The series generated two full-length motion pictures “House Of Dark Shadows” (1970) and “Night Of Dark Shadows” (1971). More: https://www.kathrynleighscott.com/
Kathryn Leigh Scott (Maggie Evans/Josette DuPres) and David Selby (Quentin Collins) will reunite for a live reading of O. Henry’s classic Christmas short story, “The Gift of the Magi,” first published in 1905. Todd Feldstein’s Smartphone Theatre will present the live production, directed by Patrick McCray, and featuring original music composed for piano and played by seventeen-year-old music prodigy, Christian Mirochnikoff. Watch “The Gift of the Magi” on Sunday, Dec. 18th 5PM PT/8PM ET or later on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8tLu8oNEEMFeatured music is "My Christmas Wish" by Nicki Kris. Thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. https://www.lion-rose.com/
Featuring guest cohost Steve Schneickert, actor and Big Blend Radio's Hollywood History podcaster, this episode of Big Blend Radio welcomes legendary "Dark Shadows" actress and author Kathryn Leigh Scott. “Dark Shadows” was an American gothic soap opera that aired weekdays on the ABC television network, from 1966, to 1971. The show depicted the lives, loves, trials, and tribulations of the wealthy Collins family of Collinsport, Maine, where a number of supernatural occurrences take place. The series generated two full-length motion pictures “House Of Dark Shadows” (1970) and “Night Of Dark Shadows” (1971). More: https://www.kathrynleighscott.com/ Kathryn Leigh Scott (Maggie Evans/Josette DuPres) and David Selby (Quentin Collins) will reunite for a live reading of O. Henry’s classic Christmas short story, “The Gift of the Magi,” first published in 1905. Todd Feldstein’s Smartphone Theatre will present the live production, directed by Patrick McCray, and featuring original music composed for piano and played by seventeen-year-old music prodigy, Christian Mirochnikoff. Watch “The Gift of the Magi” on Sunday, Dec. 18th 5PM PT/8PM ET or later on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8tLu8oNEEMFeatured music is "My Christmas Wish" by Nicki Kris. Thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. https://www.lion-rose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show, Michael Mehta Webster discusses the Six Rescue Effects in the natural world, and how we can learn from them and work with nature and the environment to combat climate change. Michael’s debut book is out now through Timber Press and it’s called “The Rescue Effect: The Key to Saving Life on Earth.”A Professor of Practice in the Department of Environmental Studies at New York University, Michael Mehta Webster is an expert in ecology, conservation, philanthropy, and non-profit management.This episode is part of our special Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Featuring filmmaker Samantha Wishman and dog rescuer Monda Wooten, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the new documentary film FREE PUPPIES which is out now on VOD and DVD in the USA and Canada.FREE PUPPIES! travels across the country's political divide to explore one of the many areas where no public animal services exist, and volunteers -- many of them women -- step in. The story follows rescuers Monda Wooten, Ann Brown, and Ruth Smith, and the network of independent “rescue ladies” who patrol vast rural counties in the Tennessee Valley caring for stray and surrendered dogs. Their grassroots efforts to start up a spay-and-neuter program, rescue countless dogs from euthanasia and neglect, and place them in loving "forever homes" will pluck at the heartstrings of any dog person. More: https://www.freepuppies.us/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who shares How to Set Your Team Up for Success. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/setting-your-team-up-for-success/Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
How far would you go to keep what’s yours? Debut author Marie Still is searching for the answer in her exciting new psychological thriller, “We’re All Lying,” (March 14, 2023, Rising Action Publishing). Exploring the weight of family secrets — and how far we’ll go to keep them — this dark, twisty novel is sure to thrill fans of Gillian Flynn and Karin Slaughter. This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author Marie Still who discusses her writing process, and new novel "We're All Lying," plus her books “Beverly Bonnefinche is Dead” and “My Darlings” that will follow in late 2023 and 2024, respectively. She also writes under Kristen Seeley. Find out more about Marie at https://mariestill.com/ More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
Known as "Winter's Favorite Town," Park City is one of the most accessible year-round destinations in North America, located 25 miles southeast of Salt Lake City International Airport. From skiing and bobsledding to exploring the historic downtown district and the city's famous Sundance Film Festival, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Dan Howard, VP Of Communications at Visit Park City, who shares what to experience during winter in Park City. Plan your visit: https://www.visitparkcity.com/For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features David Libert who talks about his memoir "Rock and Roll Warrior." It’s a rockin’ roller coaster ride with the original Alice Cooper Band, Alice Cooper, George Clinton, Parliament Funkadelic, The Runaways, Cherie Currie, “Supermensch” Shep Gordon, Prince, Sheila E, Guns N’ Roses, The Happenings, Living Colour, Vanilla Fudge, Bootsy Collins, The Tokens, Brian Auger, and more! As a road manager, artist manager, musician, songwriter, record producer, and booking agent, Libert shares vivid tales from the inner circle of the music industry: on the road, backstage, on private jets, and inside the notorious after-parties with music legends in the era of free-spirit, hard-driving rock ‘n roll and R&B. More: https://www.availableentertainment.com/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning book "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into The New Israeli Cuisine." Ruth shares cooking tips and how to make her recipe for Chicken Meatballs in a tomato sauce. It's perfect for families and holiday get-togethers. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-meatballs-in-tomato-sauce/
For Ruth's book and more recipes see https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
It's all about Shopping Independent and Staying Independent on this episode of Big Blend Radio's brand new 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.
Featured Guests: - Joy Brown Meredith - Crystal Fantasy & Main Street Palm Springs - https://crystalfantasy.com/ and https://palmcanyondrive.org/ - Sam McDermott - Inn at Palm Springs - https://www.innatpalmsprings.com/- Jason Ball – Old Ranch Inn - https://oldranchinn.com/ SPECIAL TRAVEL DISCOUNT: Both Inn at Palm Springs and Old Ranch Inn are offering our Big Blend Radio audience a 15% discount. Just book online through their websites listed above, and use the code "Big Blend." Offer is valid until midnight, Dec. 31, 2023!
Stay Authentic in Palm Springs: https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Linda Stewart who discusses her genealogy journey through Scandinavia. After doing online research, Linda and her cousin and great niece visited historic sites and communities in Denmark and Sweden that are connected with their ancestral roots. Read Linda's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/genealogy-journey-a-family-affair/Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on two Northern New Mexico B&B destinations. Hear about the inns and what to experience in their immediate area.Featured Innkeeper Guests:- Tom & Carolyn Calfee - The Grand Hacienda in Abiquiú Lake - https://www.thegrandhacienda.com/- Ernesto Quintero - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
It's all about Christmas and Winter Holiday Gifts for Wine Lovers on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with sharing her favorite gift ideas, she also shares tips on choosing the perfect wine glasses, gives a winter vineyard update, and explains the wine term, "racking."
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "The Best Part of Christmas is You" by Nicki Kris https://www.nickikris.com/
From giant icicles on the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking to see frozen waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, to festive fun on the Holly Jolly Grayline Trolley Christmas Tour, Gingerbread Shows at The Biltmore, and Holiday Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on Winter Outdoor Adventures and Holiday Fun in Asheville, North Carolina.Featured guests are Steve & Karen Wilson, owners and innkeepers of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a grand pink lady located in the heart of the Montford Historic District. See: https://www.lion-rose.com/Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
From World War II to the Gulf War, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian, educator, and author Mike Guardia, who discusses Christmas and winter holiday celebrations while at war and during military service. Mike is the author of over 20 military history books including the two children's books “It’s Snowing in Hawaii,” and “World War II Night Before Christmas.”Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. His latest books are "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool," and “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/
It's a reflective time of year when we look back on the last 12 months, take inventory of our personal and professional lives, and look at what we want to achieve in the future. To help navigate the murky waters of change, life coach Steve Piacente shares insights from his LinkedIn article "For 2023: Go Different, Go Daring," see: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/2023-go-different-daring-steve-piacente/Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," shares her bucket list adventures and detours in Edinburgh, Scotland, and in Dublin, Glendalough, Wicklow, and Kilkenny in Ireland. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/enchanting-bucket-list-travels-ireland-and-scotland/Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), who talks about the organization's unique month-long artist residencies in locations like Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, and Dry Tortugas and Hawai'i Volcano National Parks.NPAF is a non-profit offering unique Artist-in-Residence Programs, Museum In-Loan Programs, and Workshops inspired by our National Parks, National Monuments, and World Heritage Sites. NPAF has supported over 300 programs, over 120 artists, and been the conduit for over a million dollars in artwork donations. Learn more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From snow shoeing and cross country skiing to winter camping and bird watching, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what to experience this winter outdoors in California's Sequoia Country.Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia- Rebecca Paterson - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks- Denise Alonzo - Giant Sequoia National Monument & Sequoia National ForestLocated in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
From snow shoeing and cross country skiing to winter camping and bird watching, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what to experience this winter outdoors in California's Sequoia Country.Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia- Rebecca Paterson - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks- Denise Alonzo - Giant Sequoia National Monument & Sequoia National ForestLocated in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, as well as the winter exhibits showcasing his work. Exhibits on display until Jan. 25, 2023, include “DeGrazia’s Processions," "DeGrazia’s Ballet," and “Rock Talk: The Prehistoric Art of Ted DeGrazia.” Hear about the annual La Fiesta De Guadalupe, and Little Gallery visiting artists.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
Music on this episode is "Please Remember Me" the title track of the DeGrazia album "Please Remember Me."
This episode of Big Blend Radio features David J. Muchow, an award-winning, thirty-year serial entrepreneur and lawyer, who shares some of the insights behind his new book, “The 7 Secret Keys to Startup Success: What You Need to Know to Win." This unique 327-page practical guide, which focuses on both the business and legal keys to success, is a must-have for every entrepreneur, small business owner, student, and business and law schools. This is the one book every startup and growing business should have! More: https://www.davidmuchowauthor.com/
After 31 years, legendary jazz bassist Stanley Clarke, ex-Police drummer Stewart Copeland, and singer songwriter Deborah Holland have Reunited as Animal Logic. As Deborah shares on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show, between 2013 and 2022, the band shared ideas and files, resulting in the two new tracks, “Can You Tell Me” and “Ordinary,” which capture the quintessential, timeless Animal Logic approach. The songs are available on all streaming platforms and also be purchased via Bandcamp at: https://animallogic1.bandcamp.com/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Books & Authors" Show features Dr. David Sklar, an award-winning author, emergency physician, professor, and medical researcher. Hear about his brand new novel “Moonstone Hero," a gripping survivalist story about just how far you’d be willing to go to save the life of a stranger. Out now through Volcano Cannon Press, it's an exciting mountaineering adventure set up on Mount Kilimanjaro that features heart-pounding danger, a love triangle amongst climbers, and a timely take on the uncertain balance between duty and heroism in the medical profession. More: https://davidpsklar.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, discusses BLEISURE, the growing new tourism trend catering to travelers who mix business with leisure. This includes regular business travel and sales meetings along with conferences and retreats, industry expos, remote workers, and even digital nomads. As he shares on the podcast and in his article, it's a win-win-win situation for all involved. See Glynn's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hopping-on-the-bleisure-train-mixing-business-with-leisure/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features recognized firefly expert and certified naturalist, Benjamin Pfeiffer, founder of Firefly Conservation & Research. Fireflies are one of nature’s genuine wonders, but they need our protection now. Across the United States and worldwide, rapid and large-scale changes to our lands and watersheds mean fireflies are losing the habitats they once knew. Every step we can take to protect land for the fireflies to thrive is a step towards a literally ‘brighter’ future for new generations to enjoy. As Ben explains, now conservationists of all experience levels can create their own certified firefly habitats in their own backyard, favorite park or nature preserve to provide a permanent place for fireflies to exist. The Certified Firefly Habitat sign program is a first-of-its-kind sign and certification program designed to address the issues that are causing firefly habitat to decline. More: https://www.firefly.org/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her experience at Skamania Lodge, a well-known resort in Washington State, within Columbia Gorge country. Surrounded by natural beauty, Skamania Lodge is an idyllic property with inviting guest rooms and common areas, an impressive Northwest art collection, award-winning dining, a spa and fitness center, a swimming pool, hot tubs, golf and disc golf courses, and plenty of other outdoor activities to satisfy any adrenaline junkie. See Debbie's story and photos: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/recharge-with-a-getaway-to-skamania-lodge/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the Miners Hall Museum in Franklin, on the Jefferson Highway in Southeast Kansas.
Featured Guests: - Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Phyllis Bitner - Miners Museum Hall Foundation - More: https://www.minershallmuseum.com/
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured music on the show is "Sisters of the Coal Dust" by James Byfield & Blind Lemon Pledge. More: http://www.blindlemon-pledge.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Christy Wood who talks about her recent experiences on the Chief Joseph Trail Ride. A progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC), a portion of the ride is completed each year, with the entire sequence taking thirteen years to complete. Its route traces, as closely as possible, the route Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce took while attempting to escape the US Cavalry in 1877. More: https://www.appaloosa.com/
Christy Wood is now on her second 13-year circuit of the Chief Joseph Trail Ride. She is a world champion horse trainer, instructor, author, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables located in Three Rivers, California, gateway to Sequoia National Park. Christy is in the process of writing a memoir about her experiences in the Chief Joseph Trail Ride, and the book is scheduled to be released in 2023. More: https://www.wdnhorse.com/
The “Starving Artist” as a type of lifestyle is a phenomenon born in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and one that continued in a modified way into the 20th and 21st centuries in many countries including the United States. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about the history of the term, "Starving Artist." Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-starving-artist/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
Featured painting image: Bedroom in Arles (1888) is a visual representation of the simple living conditions under which Vincent van Gogh lived and worked.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features songwriter Earl Kayoss and multi-instrumentalist Fernando Perdomo who discuss “Shadows In A Jar,” the sixth studio album, and next installment of their Life on Mars series. Joining Kayoss and Fernando Perdomo on the album are Billy Sherwood (Yes) and Denny Seiwell (McCartney and Wings). Each one of them are very well known in their own right and have extensive credits. It was mastered by Grammy award winning engineer Zach Ziskin, who has numerous credits and awards. The CD includes a booklet featuring all of the lyrics, art and musicians’ credits. The album is out today - get it here: https://linktr.ee/shadowsinajar
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses How to Gratitude Builds Trust in Personal and Business Relationships, and in Leadership. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Charlie Trotter was a man whose personality was as big and boisterous as his 10-course tasting menus. Directed by first-time feature filmmaker Rebecca Halpern, LOVE, CHARLIE is an intimate examination of the chef who reimagined haute American cuisine and made Chicago the culinary capital it is today. Featuring interviews with some of the most renowned chefs and restaurateurs, including Grant Achatz, Emeril Lagasse, and Wolfgang Puck, LOVE, CHARLIE opens in theaters and will be available on VOD on Apple & Amazon on November 18, 2022.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features documentary filmmaker and director Rebecca Halpern who discusses the award-winning documentary “Love, Charlie: The Rise and Fall of Chef Charlie Trotter." More at http://oakstreet.pictures and https://www.rebeccahalpern.com/
Special thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), more: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Focusing on the 96th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival that happens from November 19th, 2022 - January 6th, 2023, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show features Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Jill Leto - Director of Promotions & Events - Natchitoches Historic District Business Association and Natchitoches Main Street.
Named after a Native American tribe, Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory. Since 1927, the city is home to one of the oldest community-based holiday celebrations in the country. Starting as a one-day festival, the Natchitoches Christmas Festival has evolved into a six-week long Christmas Season. The Christmas Season begins on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and concludes on January the 6th, the Epiphany. Over 300,000 lights and 100 plus set pieces are on display every night at dusk. More about the festival: https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/
More about Natchitoches: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features longtime friends and collaborators NO Mansfield and David “Dekay” Kendrick, founders of the California experimental art/psych rock group REVOLUSHN who have just released their third full length album, 3.
They recorded dozens of songs together for other artists as part of a studio group in Los Angeles, and in 2016 began writing and recording their own material for what would become REVOLUSHN. They enlisted the talents of multiple friends for their debut release The Freshman (2016) and their follow-up Further!! (2018) and have now solidified their lineup around NO (guitar/vocals), Dekay (drums, percussion), Olga Schubert (keys), and Neil Nyberg (bass guitar/vocals) for their new album 3, that's out now.
REVOLUSHN is extraordinarily versatile and showcase an assortment of styles, leaning into experimental art rock along with their love for dance rock and loud guitars and drums. More: http://www.revolushn.com/
Songs featured on this episode are from the album 3 - "Electric" and "Spiral Galaxies."
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features longtime friends and collaborators NO Mansfield and David “Dekay” Kendrick, founders of the California experimental art/psych rock group REVOLUSHN who have just released their third full length album, 3.
They recorded dozens of songs together for other artists as part of a studio group in Los Angeles, and in 2016 began writing and recording their own material for what would become REVOLUSHN. They enlisted the talents of multiple friends for their debut release The Freshman (2016) and their follow-up Further!! (2018) and have now solidified their lineup around NO (guitar/vocals), Dekay (drums, percussion), Olga Schubert (keys), and Neil Nyberg (bass guitar/vocals) for their new album 3, that's out now.
REVOLUSHN is extraordinarily versatile and showcase an assortment of styles, leaning into experimental art rock along with their love for dance rock and loud guitars and drums. More: http://www.revolushn.com/
Songs featured on this episode are from the album 3 - "Electric" and "Spiral Galaxies."
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From the Christmas Markets of Germany to the Historic Downtowns of America, and from handcrafted gifts to regional souvenirs, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who talks about the joys of shopping. Did you know that studies show that shopping causes your brain to release Serotonin, which is a chemical that makes you feel good? We call that a "Ping!" Read Linda's story about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ping-the-pleasure-of-shopping/
This show is part of Big Blend Radio hosts and full-time travelers Nancy J. Reid' and Lisa D. Smith's Love Your Parks Tour "Mission Possible" Shopping Story series assigned by Linda Kissam. Stay tuned to a special Big Blend "Mission Possible Shopping" Magazine coming out in time for holiday shopping. Subscribe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/join-us/
From the Christmas Markets of Germany to the Historic Downtowns of America, and from handcrafted gifts to regional souvenirs, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who talks about the joys of shopping. Did you know that studies show that shopping causes your brain to release Serotonin, which is a chemical that makes you feel good? We call that a "Ping!" Read Linda's story about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ping-the-pleasure-of-shopping/
This show is part of Big Blend Radio hosts and full-time travelers Nancy J. Reid' and Lisa D. Smith's Love Your Parks Tour "Mission Possible" Shopping Story series assigned by Linda Kissam. Stay tuned to a special Big Blend "Mission Possible Shopping" Magazine coming out in time for holiday shopping. Subscribe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/join-us/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and author Kathleen Walls who talks about three military museums in the south - WWII Home Front Museum on St. Simons Island in Georgia, National World War II in New Orleans, and Heritage Park Veterans Museum in Henry County, Georgia. See her article on the museums: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/military-history-museums-in-georgia-and-louisiana/
More about Kathleen Walls: http://katywalls.com/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and author Kathleen Walls who talks about three military museums in the south - WWII Home Front Museum on St. Simons Island in Georgia, National World War II in New Orleans, and Heritage Park Veterans Museum in Henry County, Georgia. See her article on the museums: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/military-history-museums-in-georgia-and-louisiana/
More about Kathleen Walls: http://katywalls.com/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From snow skiing to bird watching and hiking, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the outdoor and nature experiences during the winter season New Mexico, the "Land of Enchantment."
Featured Innkeeper Guests:
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Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City - https://www.casitasdegila.com/
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Ryan Miller of The Bobcat Inn, an adobe pueblo style lodging destination in Santa Fe - https://www.bobcatinn.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
From snow skiing to bird watching and hiking, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the outdoor and nature experiences during the winter season New Mexico, the "Land of Enchantment."
Featured Innkeeper Guests: - Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila, near Silver City - https://www.casitasdegila.com/ - Ryan Miller of The Bobcat Inn, an adobe pueblo style lodging destination in Santa Fe - https://www.bobcatinn.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Simon & Marisa Cleveland, authors of "There is No Box: A Practical Guide for the Relatable Reader." Out now (Nov. 8, 2022) through BenBalla Books, this "There is No Box" is for leaders who recognize how critical it is to draw outside the lines of typical guidance in order to rethink leadership development and gain competencies that make them more inclusive, culturally aware, and empowered to facilitate collaboration. More: https://marisacleveland.wordpress.com/there-is-no-box/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Simon & Marisa Cleveland, authors of "There is No Box: A Practical Guide for the Relatable Reader." Out now (Nov. 8, 2022) through BenBalla Books, this "There is No Box" is for leaders who recognize how critical it is to draw outside the lines of typical guidance in order to rethink leadership development and gain competencies that make them more inclusive, culturally aware, and empowered to facilitate collaboration. More: https://marisacleveland.wordpress.com/there-is-no-box/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From Mardi Gras to Zydeco Sundays, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience in Lafayette this winter and spring. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From Mardi Gras to Zydeco Sundays, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience in Lafayette this winter and spring. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Military Monday" Show aired live on Nov. 7, 2022 in honor of those who have served in the past, those who serve in the military now, and the families connected with service men and women.
Featured Guests: - Mike Guardia - Award-winning military historian, educator, army veteran, and author - Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney & Veteran Marine - Steve Schneickert – Performer and Big Blend Radio Hollywood History podcaster - Steve & Karen Wilson – The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina - Arlene Gould – Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau in Louisiana - Glynn Burrows – Family History Expert & Owner of Norfolk Tours in England
Featured music is "Beneath a Solemn Sky" by The Gunboat Diplomats, "Colors of the USA" by Doreen Taylor, and "Song for My Dad" by the late and great Jimmy Yessian.
This Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features cohost award-winning military historian, educator, army veteran, and author Mike Guardia, and honors those who have served in the past, those who serve in the military now, and the families connected with service men and women. Featured Guests:
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Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney & Veteran Marine
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Steve Schneickert – Performer and Big Blend Radio Hollywood History podcaster
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Steve & Karen Wilson – The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina
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Arlene Gould – Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau in Louisiana
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Glynn Burrows – Family History Expert & Owner of Norfolk Tours in England
Featured music is "Beneath a Solemn Sky" by The Gunboat Diplomats, "Colors of the USA" by Doreen Taylor, and "Song for My Dad" by the late and great Jimmy Yessian.
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," shares her two-week cruising experience on the Viking Jupiter on a Bergen, Norway to Stockholm, Sweden route. This historic and scenic route allowed her to discover a lot of Scandinavia with stops in Stockholm, Oslo, scenic Bergen, charming Ålborg, fascinating Gdańsk, and the grand cities of Berlin and Copenhagen. As you will hear, it turned into quite a culinary adventure. See her article and pictures of the trip here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cruising-scandinavia-on-a-small-ship/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," shares her two-week cruising experience on the Viking Jupiter on a Bergen, Norway to Stockholm, Sweden route. This historic and scenic route allowed her to discover a lot of Scandinavia with stops in Stockholm, Oslo, scenic Bergen, charming Ålborg, fascinating Gdańsk, and the grand cities of Berlin and Copenhagen. As you will hear, it turned into quite a culinary adventure. See her article and pictures of the trip here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cruising-scandinavia-on-a-small-ship/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Aaron Rothko, a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Hear about his music, his move from New York City to New Orleans, and his newly released album of introspective songs titled “Joymaker."
"Joymaker" is Rothko’s second full-length album, his first being ‘Man In The Tall Grass’ (2021), as well as a six song EP titled ‘Except/I Love You’ (2020). Songs featured on the show include the title track "Joymaker" and "I Miss New York in the Fall." More: https://aaronrothko.bandcamp.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Aaron Rothko, a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Hear about his music, his move from New York City to New Orleans, and his newly released album of introspective songs titled “Joymaker." "Joymaker" is Rothko’s second full-length album, his first being ‘Man In The Tall Grass’ (2021), as well as a six song EP titled ‘Except/I Love You’ (2020). Songs featured on the show include the title track "Joymaker" and "I Miss New York in the Fall." More: https://aaronrothko.bandcamp.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From snow shoeing and cross country skiing to holiday shopping, festivals, and seasonal events, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what to experience in California's Sequoia Country during the winter and holiday season.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:
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Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce
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Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia
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Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
From snow shoeing and cross country skiing to holiday shopping, festivals, and seasonal events, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what to experience in California's Sequoia Country during the winter and holiday season.
Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include: - Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's Thanksgiving Dinner and Winter Holiday Party Planning Time and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio is all about. Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show features Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with her Thanksgiving wine pairing suggestions and Holiday Party Planning Tips, hear about the end of harvest at the winery and what the wine term "acidity" is all about. Check out Peggy's Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-thanksgiving-dinner/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Kick Up Your Heels" by Shelley King - https://www.shelleyking.com/
This third episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show aired live on Nov. 1, 2022, focusing on the Music & Performing Arts Scene of Asheville, North Carolina
Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - Katie Jones – The Magnetic Theatre - Stephanie Hickling Beckman - Different Strokes Performing Arts Collective - John Baldwin – Actor & Director - Elizabeth “Liz” Teague – Singer/Songwriter - Dennis Berndt – Chalwa Reggae Band - Hank Bones, Paula Hanke & Peggy Ratusz – Love Bubble Band
Recorded onsite at the Hagen History Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Jeff Sherry, Museum Educator, who shares the Corpse Story of Revolutionary War General Wayne Anthony, known as "Mad Anthony Wayne." More about the Hagen History Center at https://www.eriehistory.org/
Supervision is a critical function of leadership that is often overlooked, and yet the quality of supervision is often what makes or breaks a leader—and an organization. This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Show features Rita Sever who discusses her latest book, “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Rita is a certified professional coach who works with social justice organizations. Her first book is “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team." More: https://supervisionmatters.com/
With this second interview, we are excited to have Rita Sever join the Big Blend Radio family as a regular guest and expert contributor.
Peter S. Alagona is a professor of environmental studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He’s the author of numerous articles as well as the book “After the Grizzly: Endangered Species and the Politics of Place in California.” On this episode of Big Blend Radio he discusses his latest book, "THE ACCIDENTAL ECOSYSTEM: People and Wildlife in American Cities," that explores the natural history of cities and chronicles how our relationship with wildlife, which has typically been defined by habitat destruction and "pest control," needs to be redefined. More: http://www.peteralagona.com/
This show is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on Ghost Stories & Haunted Hotels on the Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured Guests: - Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association and guide of the Muskogee Ghost Tour in Oklahoma. - Matthew Komus, author of :\"Haunted Manitoba" and "Haunted Winnipeg," and guide of the Winnipeg Ghost Walk. More: https://www.winnipegghostwalk.com/
Featured music on the show is "Indrid Cold" by Johnny Mastro & The Mama's Boys in New Orleans. https://johnnymastro.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains California's Warehouse Quota Law, Labor Code §2100, aka AB701. The purpose of that law is to make sure that burdensome quotas do not infringe on the meal period, rest period, bathroom break, and other workplace rights of warehouse employees. Read Ward's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-restricts-warehouse-quotas/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her walking adventure along part of Hadrian's Wall Path with Celtic Trails.
Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail is an 84-mile-long route that was voted the nation’s favorite trek. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the trail opened in 2003 in the border area between England and Scotland. It follows the course of northern Europe’s largest surviving Roman monument, a 2nd-century fortification constructed on the orders of Emperor Hadrian in AD122. Read Debbie's story and see her photos here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walking-hadrians-wall-path-national-trail/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features New Age Music Legend David Young who talks about his new album "Love Wins" that features Prog Luminaries Tony Levin & Jerry Marotta.
The past couple of years have been intense and unlike any other in most of our lifetimes! For David Young, those years have been a time of inspiration and enlightenment, which is evident upon first listen to his new album, “Love Wins.” The album was recorded and produced at Dreamland Recording Studios in Woodstock, NY, and by Jeff Moleski and Moletrax Recording Studios, and features Tony Levin on bass and Jerry Marotta on drums and percussion.
The eclectic, Americana-Inspired “Love Wins” incorporates heartfelt, inspiring lyrics with new age vocals and instrumentals, such as the soothing strains of the mandolin and mesmerizing, unique sounds emanating from crystal bowls. “Love Wins” will be available on CD, download, streaming and thumb drive on October 28, 2022. More: https://davidyoungmusic.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, shares some fascinating ghost stories that range from headless horses and horrible hounds to the execution of Anne Boleyn! Check out his article with the stories here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/headless-horses-and-horrible-hounds/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Award-winning Chief Kim Zagaris, Wildfire Policy and Technology Director for the Western Fire Chiefs Association, talks about Phase 2 of their interactive Fire Map that now includes 3D map views, reporting of active fire-fighting aircraft in real-time, and Fire Integrated Real-Time Intelligence System (FIRIS) specific to the state of California. These new introductions provide an even higher level of detail to keep lives, land, and property safe. See the map here: https://wfca.com/fire-map
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who talks about her recent scuba diving adventure with divemaster Spiros Papakastrisios, owner of Blue Adventures Diving in Chania, Crete, and the trust connection between divers and their diving guides. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Read her "Diving & Trust" article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/diving-and-trust/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Is Work Stressing You Out? Does it Make Your Blood Pressure Go Up? As Dr. Jacqueline Eubany shares, too much daily stress can lead to hypertension, a serious condition that affects one in three adults in the US. It is referred to as the silent killer because people have no symptoms from it until a catastrophic event like a stroke occurs. From using meditation and breathing exercises to taking a walk on your lunch break, Dr Jackie shares tips on reducing stress to keep your heart healthy at work.
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Focusing on the historic American Cemetery, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show features Scotty Williams with the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest LA History Museum in downtown Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Every first Friday, Scotty leads a free walking tour guide of the American Cemetery. Established around 1737, the cemetery is said to be the oldest cemetery in the Louisiana Purchase. Over the years, planters, businessman, politicians, and educators have all made their mark on Natchitoches and the surrounding area. The markers in the cemetery tell stories of the region’s people and act as an outdoor museum dedicated to their legacy. Legend has it, that St. Denis, the town’s founder, is buried somewhere on the grounds.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, it is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area, and is the final destination on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features SUN KING RISING who discusses his second album "Signs & Wonders" a fantastic follow up to his debut album, "Delta Tales." Sun King Rising is the professional moniker of singer/songwriter/piano player John Blangero who hails from Port Isabel, Texas. He calls his music “the new wave of southern rock and soul music.” Out now through PeacockSunrise Records, "Signs & Wonders" is available on CD, vinyl, and top download and streaming sites. More: https://www.sunkingrising.com/
Listen to his initial Big Blend Radio interview about "Delta Tales," here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sun-king-rising-delta-tales/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, artist Victoria Chick talks about Dutch Shipping in the 17th Century and how it influenced art. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-art-of-pride-dutch-shipping-in-the-17th-century/
Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Lisa Evans, author of “100 Things to Do In Coastal Mississippi Before You Die!” From shopping and dining to historic sites, cultural experiences, music and entertainment, and sports and outdoor recreation, hear about what you can experience in vibrant Coastal Mississippi. Read Lisa's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-venture-into-coastal-mississippi/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From snow skiing and outdoor activities to cultural celebrations and traditional foods, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the what to experience during the winter season New Mexico, the "Land of Enchantment."
Featured Innkeeper Guests: - Darlene Capshaw of Red Horse Bed & Breakfast located on an active urban farm in Albuquerque - https://www.redhorsebnb.com/ - Ryan Miller of The Bobcat Inn, an adobe pueblo style lodging destination in Santa Fe - https://www.bobcatinn.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Writers & Authors" Show with Books Forward features Kevin Moore who discusses his latest supernatural thriller, "The Book of Demons," the widely anticipated climax to "The Book of Souls." Kevin Moore’s blend of darkness and supernatural belief brings hopefulness in a world that seems fraught with obscurity. Taking his personal experiences with lucid dreaming and speaking with his passed loved ones, Moore’s created a world that will take you on a mystical journey and not let go until the very end. More: https://kevinmoorepublishing.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
From shopping and dining to festivals and public art, and outdoor adventures in Joshua Tree National Park and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA is all about what to experience and where to stay in Palm Springs, California.
Featured guests from the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels include marketing manager Kimberli Munkres and chair Michael Green who is also the GM of Palm Springs Cultural Center and co-owner of Triangle Inn. Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels is an association of independently-owned boutique hotels, which are an essential part of this desert resort town's uncommon culture and economy. From quirky to charming, mid-century modern to clothing-optional, Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels has got your stay. See: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning author Ryan Jacobson who has written and published over 60 books! Who says a book can only have one ending?
Authors Deb Mercier and Ryan Jacobson, of Lake 7 Creative, are flipping the Choose Your Path concept on its head, challenging readers to “survive” new interactive middle grade novels that will entice even the most reluctant of readers. With the relaunch of their "Can You Survive?" series and the debut of the "Detective: You" series (Oct 11. 2022), Lake 7 imaginatively introduces the mystery genre to new generations of young readers who are charged with solving their own mysteries. It’s up to readers to identify suspects and gather clues, making choices that affect what happens next. More: https://lake7creative.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features progressive rock guitarist Dallas Perkins who discusses his music and stellar new instrumental album EXPERIMENTAL TRUTH that showcases his technical proficiency and dexterity, with music steeped in melody.
YOU CAN ALSO WATCH THE INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ulSiiuq_doQ
Perkins is not just a guitarist with attention grabbing technique, he is a composer reflecting influences spanning centuries of music history absorbed and personalized over decades finally distilled into a singular artistic statement. More: https://dallasperkins.com/
Special thanks to The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a destination for music lovers in Asheville, North Carolina. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Acclaimed painter and rancher Alice Leese is back on Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show to discuss her recent and second National Parks Arts Foundation artist residency in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Alice has also been a NPAF artist-in-residence in Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, and at Fort Union National Monument in New Mexico.
More about Alice Leese: https://www.aliceleese.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From restaurants and breweries to farmers' markets, gourmet gift shops, seasonal festivals, and agricultural attractions, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council is all about the vibrant farm and food scene in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests: - Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia - Tina Rice - Exeter Chamber of Commerce - Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce - Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Fall means harvest time in the vineyards, fall cooking, and, wine tasting adventures, and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio is all about. Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show features Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine tasting tips on what "to do" and what "not to do. Hear an update on the vineyard's harvest, what the term "Malolactic Fermentation" means, and tips on making her Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe.
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Peggy's Wine Tasting Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-tasting-dos-and-donts/
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Peggy's Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-butternut-squash-soup/
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See Peggy's Front Cover Winery Insider Success Story in Big Blend's new "Success Express" Business & Career Magazine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/success-express-magazine-fall-winter-2022/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys. More: https://www.johnnymastro.com/
Fall means harvest time in the vineyards, fall cooking, and, wine tasting adventures, and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio is all about. Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show features Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine tasting tips on what "to do" and what "not to do. Hear an update on the vineyard's harvest, what the term "Malolactic Fermentation" means, and tips on making her Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe.
Check out: - Peggy's Wine Tasting Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-tasting-dos-and-donts/ - Peggy's Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-butternut-squash-soup/ - See Peggy's Front Cover Winery Insider Success Story in Big Blend's new "Success Express" Business & Career Magazine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/success-express-magazine-fall-winter-2022/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys. More: https://www.johnnymastro.com/
From creepy hiking trails and cemetery wanderings to ghost tours and Halloween celebrations, this second episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show shares ghostly destinations and some frightfully haunting stories of Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured Guests:
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - https://lion-rose.com/
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Uncle Ted White - Gray Line Trolley Tours - https://graylineasheville.com/
Featured music on the show is "Dark Side of Love" by The Cravens - http://cravensongs.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
From creepy hiking trails and cemetery wanderings to ghost tours and Halloween celebrations, this second episode of Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show shares ghostly destinations and some frightfully haunting stories of Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - https://lion-rose.com/ - Uncle Ted White - Gray Line Trolley Tours - https://graylineasheville.com/
Featured music on the show is "Dark Side of Love" by The Cravens - http://cravensongs.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian, educator, and author Mike Guardia, who discusses his new biography, "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool." The book covers his story as a Pearl Harbor survivor; Pacific War hero; Special Operations leader in Korea; and a Founding Father of Airmobile (Air Assault) Warfare. "Coyote Recon" will be out this fall, in late October/early November.
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who discusses her summer boating adventures in the Pacific Northwest. Linda and her husband sailed out of Seattle and visited the Scandinavian town of Poulsbo, then Port Ludlow, and Blakely Harbor. See her story: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/pacific-northwest-summer-boating-adventure/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/ and http://www.pnwtourist.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who discusses her summer boating adventures in the Pacific Northwest. Linda and her husband sailed out of Seattle and visited the Scandinavian town of Poulsbo, then Port Ludlow, and Blakely Harbor. See her story: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/pacific-northwest-summer-boating-adventure/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/ and http://www.pnwtourist.com/
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for Part 2 of this special SAUSAGE DAY show celebrating National Sausage Day and October as National Sausage Month!
Featured guests include: - Ivan Flowers - 5-Star Chef & Culinary Instructor. See his Sausage Tips. - Jeremy Manley - Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill in Julian, CA - Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney - Peggy Fiandaca - Co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona - Jeff Benoit - Boudin Maker & Owner of B&O Kitchen & Grocery in Louisiana - Glynn Burrows - Tour Guide & Owner of Norfolk Tours in England - Melissa Rippon - Home cook from South Africa, now living in England
Special thank you to Steve Schneickert for composing and singing the Sausage Day Song!
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for this special SAUSAGE DAY show airing live from a farm in Rougemont, North Carolina. Come celebrate National Sausage Day (Oct. 1) and October as National Sausage Month!
Featured guests include: - Steve & Karen Wilson - Innkeepers/owners of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina - Eva Eldridge - Travel writer, home cook, and breakfast sausage maker - Steve Schneickert - Hollywood History Podcaster, Performer, and Composer of the Sausage Day Song!
Featured music is "My Rocket" by Johnny Mastro & The Mamas Boys!
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for Part 2 of this special SAUSAGE DAY show celebrating National Sausage Day and October as National Sausage Month! Listen to Part 1 (a live broadcast) Here!
Featured guests include:
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Ivan Flowers - 5-Star Chef & Culinary Instructor. See his Sausage Tips.
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Jeremy Manley - Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill in Julian, CA
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Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney
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Peggy Fiandaca - Co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona
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Jeff Benoit - Boudin Maker & Owner of B&O Kitchen & Grocery in Louisiana
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Glynn Burrows - Tour Guide & Owner of Norfolk Tours in England
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Melissa Rippon - Homecook from South Africa, now living in England
Special thank you to Steve Schneickert for composing and singing the Sausage Day Song!
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for this special SAUSAGE DAY show airing live from a farm in Rougemont, North Carolina. Come celebrate National Sausage Day and October as National Sausage Month!
Featured guests include:
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Steve & Karen Wilson - Innkeepers/owners of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina
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Eva Eldridge - Travel writer, home cook, and breakfast sausage maker
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Steve Schneickert - Hollywood History Podcaster, Performer, and Composer of the Sausage Day Song!
Featured music is "My Rocket" by Johnny Mastro & The Mamas Boys!
Catch our Sausage Day Party - Part 2 featuring sausage from Southern California to Arizona and Louisiana, to England & South Africa!
This Big Blend Radio show features award-winning photographer Olivia Grey Pritchard, who discusses her beautiful and heartwarming new coffee table book, "MUTTS: A Celebration of Mystery Mixed Breeds."
Whether you currently have a mutt, grew up with one, or you’re a pet-free animal lover, MUTTS is a must have! This stellar book features more than 100 gorgeous pups from all different origins and breeds. Each photo is accompanied by the pooch’s name, best guess of breed mix, and lists unique traits. More: https://www.oliviagreypritchard.com/
This Big Blend Radio show features award-winning photographer Olivia Grey Pritchard, who discusses her beautiful and heartwarming new coffee table book, "MUTTS: A Celebration of Mystery Mixed Breeds."
Whether you currently have a mutt, grew up with one, or you’re a pet-free animal lover, MUTTS is a must have! This stellar book features more than 100 gorgeous pups from all different origins and breeds. Each photo is accompanied by the pooch’s name, best guess of breed mix, and lists unique traits. More: https://www.oliviagreypritchard.com/
This Big Blend Radio show features award-winning photographer Olivia Grey Pritchard, who discusses her beautiful and heartwarming new coffee table book, "MUTTS: A Celebration of Mystery Mixed Breeds."
Whether you currently have a mutt, grew up with one, or you’re a pet-free animal lover, MUTTS is a must have! This stellar book features more than 100 gorgeous pups from all different origins and breeds. Each photo is accompanied by the pooch’s name, best guess of breed mix, and lists unique traits. More: https://www.oliviagreypritchard.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the award-winning documentary "Young Plato" that showcases Kevin McArevey, a Primary School headmaster in Belfast’s Ardoyne housing estates who invokes the wisdom of the ancient Greek philosophers to fight poverty, drug dealers and the IRA – restoring hope in the heart of a battered community. Featured guests are Kevin McArevey, and director Neasa Ní Chianáín created the film with Declan McGrath. More at https://youngplato.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the award-winning documentary "Young Plato" that showcases Kevin McArevey, a Primary School headmaster in Belfast’s Ardoyne housing estates who invokes the wisdom of the ancient Greek philosophers to fight poverty, drug dealers and the IRA – restoring hope in the heart of a battered community. Featured guests are Kevin McArevey, and director Neasa Ní Chianáín created the film with Declan McGrath. More at https://youngplato.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the award-winning documentary "Young Plato" that showcases Kevin McArevey, a Primary School headmaster in Belfast’s Ardoyne housing estates who invokes the wisdom of the ancient Greek philosophers to fight poverty, drug dealers and the IRA – restoring hope in the heart of a battered community. Featured guests are Kevin McArevey, and director Neasa Ní Chianáín created the film with Declan McGrath. More at https://youngplato.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains California's FAST Recovery Act, AB 257, that Governor Newsom recently signed into law. A council, largely selected by the Governor, will provide fast-food workers with sector-wide representation. Read Ward's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fast-recovery-act-passed/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains California's FAST Recovery Act, AB 257, that Governor Newsom recently signed into law. A council, largely selected by the Governor, will provide fast-food workers with sector-wide representation. Read Ward's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fast-recovery-act-passed/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains California's FAST Recovery Act, AB 257, that Governor Newsom recently signed into law. A council, largely selected by the Governor, will provide fast-food workers with sector-wide representation. Read Ward's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fast-recovery-act-passed/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 9-day kayaking adventure in Italy's Lake District with Enrico Carrossino, guide extraordinaire and owner of Kayak Xplore. It’s hard not to be mesmerized by this region of Italy, which encompasses three main lakes located at the Italian Swiss border, including Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and Lake Lugano. The landscape captivates visitors with its picture postcard scenery, mild climate, rich history, and some of the best food and wine in Italy. And for kayakers, it’s heaven. Read Debbie's story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/paradise-found-in-the-italian-lake-district/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 9-day kayaking adventure in Italy's Lake District with Enrico Carrossino, guide extraordinaire and owner of Kayak Xplore. It’s hard not to be mesmerized by this region of Italy, which encompasses three main lakes located at the Italian Swiss border, including Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and Lake Lugano. The landscape captivates visitors with its picture postcard scenery, mild climate, rich history, and some of the best food and wine in Italy. And for kayakers, it’s heaven. Read Debbie's story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/paradise-found-in-the-italian-lake-district/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 9-day kayaking adventure in Italy's Lake District with Enrico Carrossino, guide extraordinaire and owner of Kayak Xplore. It’s hard not to be mesmerized by this region of Italy, which encompasses three main lakes located at the Italian Swiss border, including Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and Lake Lugano. The landscape captivates visitors with its picture postcard scenery, mild climate, rich history, and some of the best food and wine in Italy. And for kayakers, it’s heaven. Read Debbie's story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/paradise-found-in-the-italian-lake-district/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features Charles Xavier, aka “The Xman,” a visionary producer, composer, electronic musician, and percussionist. Hear about his extensive music career, along with his new ambient/melodic/neo-jazz album "Pandemic Piano," and exciting "Ella Across America" tour. More: https://happynoterecords.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features Charles Xavier, aka “The Xman,” a visionary producer, composer, electronic musician, and percussionist. Hear about his extensive music career, along with his new ambient/melodic/neo-jazz album "Pandemic Piano," and exciting "Ella Across America" tour. More: https://happynoterecords.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features Charles Xavier, aka “The Xman,” a visionary producer, composer, electronic musician, and percussionist. Hear about his extensive music career, along with his new ambient/melodic/neo-jazz album "Pandemic Piano," and exciting "Ella Across America" tour. More: https://happynoterecords.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, reflects on the legacy and passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the new Royal leadership of King Charles III. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/god-save-the-king/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, reflects on the legacy and passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the new Royal leadership of King Charles III. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/god-save-the-king/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, reflects on the legacy and passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the new Royal leadership of King Charles III. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/god-save-the-king/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Kristin Ohlson, acclaimed author of “The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers, and Foodies Are Healing the Soil to Save the Planet.” Her new book, "Sweet in Tooth and Claw: Stories of Generosity and Cooperation in the Natural World,” offers optimism in the midst of our environmental crisis through stories of people partnering with nature. More: https://www.kristinohlson.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Kristin Ohlson, acclaimed author of “The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers, and Foodies Are Healing the Soil to Save the Planet.” Her new book, "Sweet in Tooth and Claw: Stories of Generosity and Cooperation in the Natural World,” offers optimism in the midst of our environmental crisis through stories of people partnering with nature. More: https://www.kristinohlson.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Kristin Ohlson, acclaimed author of “The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers, and Foodies Are Healing the Soil to Save the Planet.” Her new book, "Sweet in Tooth and Claw: Stories of Generosity and Cooperation in the Natural World,” offers optimism in the midst of our environmental crisis through stories of people partnering with nature. More: https://www.kristinohlson.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This special Big Blend Radio live broadcast celebrates the 2022 Autumnal Equinox with singer-songwriter Ed Roman and author East SM. (This show aired live on Sept. 22, 2022 via generator!)
Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist Ed Roman’s uniquely crafted songs blur the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres. The animated music video for the Top 20 iTunes charting song, “Red Omen” has been shown at numerous film festivals around the globe, earning accolades and raising funds for Whole Dyslexic Foundation, a cause near and dear to Ed’s heart. Ed is also a gentleman farmer, gardener and paranormal enthusiast. Ed’s single, “Stronger” was released in January 2020 on MTS Records. The song raced onto the iTunes Canada Pop charts, and it was followed by an iTunes South Africa chart-topper, “Tomorrow Is Today” and the UK iTunes hit, “Happiness,” another international smash! His current single, “I Have a Dream” also hit the UK charts, while receiving airplay around the globe.
East S.M. is the author of the occult fantasy novel “Mercy’s Quest” that will take you on a journey from the Appalachian Mountains into New Orleans, complete with magical beings and witches. East S. M. is an Appalachian Occultist, Diviner, educator, artist, performer, and now author. A cosmic being in her own right, she was born in a small Kentucky town that sits inside a meteorite crater. She spent her childhood studying under a strong matriarchal family that imparted its intuitive gifts and Appalachian Spirit practices from prior generations. East is continuously inspired by music and the power of myth.
This special Big Blend Radio live broadcast celebrates the 2022 Autumnal Equinox with singer-songwriter Ed Roman and author East SM. (This show aired live on Sept. 22, 2022 via generator!)
Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist Ed Roman’s uniquely crafted songs blur the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres. The animated music video for the Top 20 iTunes charting song, “Red Omen” has been shown at numerous film festivals around the globe, earning accolades and raising funds for Whole Dyslexic Foundation, a cause near and dear to Ed’s heart. Ed is also a gentleman farmer, gardener and paranormal enthusiast. Ed’s single, “Stronger” was released in January 2020 on MTS Records. The song raced onto the iTunes Canada Pop charts, and it was followed by an iTunes South Africa chart-topper, “Tomorrow Is Today” and the UK iTunes hit, “Happiness,” another international smash! His current single, “I Have a Dream” also hit the UK charts, while receiving airplay around the globe.
East S.M. is the author of the occult fantasy novel “Mercy’s Quest” that will take you on a journey from the Appalachian Mountains into New Orleans, complete with magical beings and witches. East S. M. is an Appalachian Occultist, Diviner, educator, artist, performer, and now author. A cosmic being in her own right, she was born in a small Kentucky town that sits inside a meteorite crater. She spent her childhood studying under a strong matriarchal family that imparted its intuitive gifts and Appalachian Spirit practices from prior generations. East is continuously inspired by music and the power of myth.
This special Big Blend Radio live broadcast celebrates the 2022 Autumnal Equinox with singer-songwriter Ed Roman and author East SM.
Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist Ed Roman’s uniquely crafted songs blur the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres. The animated music video for the Top 20 iTunes charting song, “Red Omen” has been shown at numerous film festivals around the globe, earning accolades and raising funds for Whole Dyslexic Foundation, a cause near and dear to Ed’s heart. Ed is also a gentleman farmer, gardener and paranormal enthusiast. Ed’s single, “Stronger” was released in January 2020 on MTS Records. The song raced onto the iTunes Canada Pop charts, and it was followed by an iTunes South Africa chart-topper, “Tomorrow Is Today” and the UK iTunes hit, “Happiness,” another international smash! His current single, “I Have a Dream” also hit the UK charts, while receiving airplay around the globe.
East S.M. is the author of the occult fantasy novel “Mercy’s Quest” that will take you on a journey from the Appalachian Mountains into New Orleans, complete with magical beings and witches. East S. M. is an Appalachian Occultist, Diviner, educator, artist, performer, and now author. A cosmic being in her own right, she was born in a small Kentucky town that sits inside a meteorite crater. She spent her childhood studying under a strong matriarchal family that imparted its intuitive gifts and Appalachian Spirit practices from prior generations. East is continuously inspired by music and the power of myth.
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show features Tom Alyea, author of the "Wandering Walks of Wonder" books, and Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association.
An avid walker, hiker, and author of numerous books, guidebooks, and journals, Tom Alyea spends most of his time walking across the United States and around the world finding ways that he can rediscover a new life on the trail and motivate others to do the same. On this episode he talks about many of the places he has visited and walked that are part of or near the historic Jefferson Highway. Keep up with Tom on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wanderingwonderwalking
Featured music on the show is "Walk On" by Shelley King: https://www.shelleyking.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show features Tom Alyea, author of the "Wandering Walks of Wonder" books, and Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association.
An avid walker, hiker, and author of numerous books, guidebooks, and journals, Tom Alyea spends most of his time walking across the United States and around the world finding ways that he can rediscover a new life on the trail and motivate others to do the same. On this episode he talks about many of the places he has visited and walked that are part of or near the historic Jefferson Highway. Keep up with Tom on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wanderingwonderwalking
Featured music on the show is "Walk On" by Shelley King: https://www.shelleyking.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show features Tom Alyea, author of the "Wandering Walks of Wonder" books, and Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association.
An avid walker, hiker, and author of numerous books, guidebooks, and journals, Tom Alyea spends most of his time walking across the United States and around the world finding ways that he can rediscover a new life on the trail and motivate others to do the same. On this episode he talks about many of the places he has visited and walked that are part of or near the historic Jefferson Highway. Keep up with Tom on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wanderingwonderwalking
Featured music on the show is "Walk On" by Shelley King: https://www.shelleyking.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
With World Heart Day coming up on September 29, 2022, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr Jackie Eubany who talks about heart disease around the world.
Created by the World Heart Federation, World Heart Day informs people around the globe that CVD, including heart disease and stroke, is the world’s leading cause of death claiming 18.6 million lives each year, and highlights the actions that individuals can take to prevent and control CVD. It aims to drive action to educate people that by controlling risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity, at least 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided. More: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
With World Heart Day coming up on September 29, 2022, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr Jackie Eubany who talks about heart disease around the world.
Created by the World Heart Federation, World Heart Day informs people around the globe that CVD, including heart disease and stroke, is the world’s leading cause of death claiming 18.6 million lives each year, and highlights the actions that individuals can take to prevent and control CVD. It aims to drive action to educate people that by controlling risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity, at least 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided. More: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
With World Heart Day coming up on September 29, 2022, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr Jackie Eubany who talks about heart disease around the world.
Created by the World Heart Federation, World Heart Day informs people around the globe that CVD, including heart disease and stroke, is the world’s leading cause of death claiming 18.6 million lives each year, and highlights the actions that individuals can take to prevent and control CVD. It aims to drive action to educate people that by controlling risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity, at least 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided. More: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, it is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area, and is the final destination on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
From Scarecrows and Pumpkins to Cemetery Tours and the Annual Natchitoches Car Show, episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Fall Fun in Historic Downtown Natchitoches. Featured guests are Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Jill Leto - Director of Promotions & Events - Natchitoches Historic District Business Association and Natchitoches Main Street. More: https://www.natchitoches.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, it is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area, and is the final destination on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
From Scarecrows and Pumpkins to Cemetery Tours and the Annual Natchitoches Car Show, episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Fall Fun in Historic Downtown Natchitoches. Featured guests are Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Jill Leto - Director of Promotions & Events - Natchitoches Historic District Business Association and Natchitoches Main Street. More: https://www.natchitoches.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, it is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area, and is the final destination on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
From Scarecrows and Pumpkins to Cemetery Tours and the Annual Natchitoches Car Show, episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Fall Fun in Historic Downtown Natchitoches. Featured guests are Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Jill Leto - Director of Promotions & Events - Natchitoches Historic District Business Association and Natchitoches Main Street. More: https://www.natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features NYC songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist Mark Duda who discusses his music career and new album "Bodega Flowers." Featuring Kasim Sulton (Todd Rundgren & Utopia), Thommy Price (Joan Jett, Billy Idol), Arno Hecht (Dion, Rolling Stones) and others, "Bodega Flowers" is an emotional journey packed with characters, experiences, and swagger straight from Manhattan’s lower east side. More: https://www.markdudamusic.com/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features NYC songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist Mark Duda who discusses his music career and new album "Bodega Flowers." Featuring Kasim Sulton (Todd Rundgren & Utopia), Thommy Price (Joan Jett, Billy Idol), Arno Hecht (Dion, Rolling Stones) and others, "Bodega Flowers" is an emotional journey packed with characters, experiences, and swagger straight from Manhattan’s lower east side. More: https://www.markdudamusic.com/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features NYC songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist Mark Duda who discusses his music career and new album "Bodega Flowers." Featuring Kasim Sulton (Todd Rundgren & Utopia), Thommy Price (Joan Jett, Billy Idol), Arno Hecht (Dion, Rolling Stones) and others, "Bodega Flowers" is an emotional journey packed with characters, experiences, and swagger straight from Manhattan’s lower east side. More: https://www.markdudamusic.com/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the life, art, and career of artist and printmaker Alice Standish Buell (1892 – 1964). Her etchings are in the collection of the Library of Congress, the Art Students’ League, and the National Museum for Women in the Arts. More: https://victoriachick.com/alice-standish-buell/
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico where she is working with others to create The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. More: https://victoriachick.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the life, art, and career of artist and printmaker Alice Standish Buell (1892 – 1964). Her etchings are in the collection of the Library of Congress, the Art Students’ League, and the National Museum for Women in the Arts. More: https://victoriachick.com/alice-standish-buell/
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico where she is working with others to create The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. More: https://victoriachick.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the life, art, and career of artist and printmaker Alice Standish Buell (1892 – 1964). Her etchings are in the collection of the Library of Congress, the Art Students’ League, and the National Museum for Women in the Arts. More: https://victoriachick.com/alice-standish-buell/
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico where she is working with others to create The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. More: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features guitarist Chris Impellitteri and vocalist Rob Rock, cofounders of acclaimed metal band Impellitteri. Their three CD compilation album, "Wake the Beast: The Impellitteri Anthology," will be released worldwide on Global Rock Records on September 30, 2022. Whether it’s original (and current) vocalist Rob Rock on vocals or former Impellitteri frontman Graham Bonnet (Rainbow, Alkatrazz) singing, the intensity never lets up. This is the first ever Impellitteri career spanning compilation released worldwide, featuring not only the well-known album tracks but also rare Japan-only released bonus songs and B-sides. More: https://impellitteri.net/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features guitarist Chris Impellitteri and vocalist Rob Rock, cofounders of acclaimed metal band Impellitteri. Their three CD compilation album, "Wake the Beast: The Impellitteri Anthology," will be released worldwide on Global Rock Records on September 30, 2022.
Whether it’s original (and current) vocalist Rob Rock on vocals or former Impellitteri frontman Graham Bonnet (Rainbow, Alkatrazz) singing, the intensity never lets up. This is the first ever Impellitteri career spanning compilation released worldwide, featuring not only the well-known album tracks but also rare Japan-only released bonus songs and B-sides. More: https://impellitteri.net/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features guitarist Chris Impellitteri and vocalist Rob Rock, cofounders of acclaimed metal band Impellitteri. Their three CD compilation album, "Wake the Beast: The Impellitteri Anthology," will be released worldwide on Global Rock Records on September 30, 2022.
Whether it’s original (and current) vocalist Rob Rock on vocals or former Impellitteri frontman Graham Bonnet (Rainbow, Alkatrazz) singing, the intensity never lets up. This is the first ever Impellitteri career spanning compilation released worldwide, featuring not only the well-known album tracks but also rare Japan-only released bonus songs and B-sides. More: https://impellitteri.net/
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses How to Build Trust as a Realtor. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses How to Build Trust as a Realtor. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses How to Build Trust as a Realtor. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion.
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Kristen Welch, who along with her husband Terrell, founded Mercy House Global. Hear about their Fair Trade Friday Club, a monthly subscription of fair trade goodies. Each month they partner with fair trade, faith groups across the globe to bring members 3-4 unique, high quality items. These artisan groups represent women in hard situations, including those rescued from human trafficking and those who live in extreme poverty, who are in need of work in order to support themselves and their families. Each box also includes a story booklet with descriptions of the items in the box and beautiful stories of the artisans and how members have impacted their lives.
By working with over 40 non-profit artist groups, the Fair Trade Friday Club empowers women in over 30 countries. More: https://www.fairtradefriday.club/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Kristen Welch, who along with her husband Terrell, founded Mercy House Global. Hear about their Fair Trade Friday Club, a monthly subscription of fair trade goodies. Each month they partner with fair trade, faith groups across the globe to bring members 3-4 unique, high quality items. These artisan groups represent women in hard situations, including those rescued from human trafficking and those who live in extreme poverty, who are in need of work in order to support themselves and their families. Each box also includes a story booklet with descriptions of the items in the box and beautiful stories of the artisans and how members have impacted their lives.
By working with over 40 non-profit artist groups, the Fair Trade Friday Club empowers women in over 30 countries. More: https://www.fairtradefriday.club/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Kristen Welch, who along with her husband Terrell, founded Mercy House Global. Hear about their Fair Trade Friday Club, a monthly subscription of fair trade goodies. Each month they partner with fair trade, faith groups across the globe to bring members 3-4 unique, high quality items. These artisan groups represent women in hard situations, including those rescued from human trafficking and those who live in extreme poverty, who are in need of work in order to support themselves and their families. Each box also includes a story booklet with descriptions of the items in the box and beautiful stories of the artisans and how members have impacted their lives.
By working with over 40 non-profit artist groups, the Fair Trade Friday Club empowers women in over 30 countries. More: https://www.fairtradefriday.club/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Kim Glen from Travel Costa Mesa.
Known as "The City of The Arts," Costa Mesa is centrally located in Orange County, Southern California and is known for its public, visual and performing arts scene, diverse shopping and delectable dining opportunities, beautiful local parks and outdoor spaces, and nearby beaches and theme park attractions. With it's esteemed selection of hotel properties, it also makes for an ideal meeting, conference, retreat, wedding and special events destination. More at https://www.travelcostamesa.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Kim Glen from Travel Costa Mesa.
Known as "The City of The Arts," Costa Mesa is centrally located in Orange County, Southern California and is known for its public, visual and performing arts scene, diverse shopping and delectable dining opportunities, beautiful local parks and outdoor spaces, and nearby beaches and theme park attractions. With it's esteemed selection of hotel properties, it also makes for an ideal meeting, conference, retreat, wedding and special events destination. More at https://www.travelcostamesa.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Kim Glen from Travel Costa Mesa.
Known as "The City of The Arts," Costa Mesa is centrally located in Orange County, Southern California and is known for its public, visual and performing arts scene, diverse shopping and delectable dining opportunities, beautiful local parks and outdoor spaces, and nearby beaches and theme park attractions. With it's esteemed selection of hotel properties, it also makes for an ideal meeting, conference, retreat, wedding and special events destination. More at https://www.travelcostamesa.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, New Orleans based children's book author Michelle Dumont chats about her new "Phoebe Cakes and Friends" book, "An Alphabet Tail" that releases on September 13th, 2022 through Susan Schadt Press and features illustrations by Jennifer Taylor.
Come along with Phoebe and all of her tail-wagging four-legged friends and learn your ABCs one giggle at a time. This board book is especially designed and crafted to stimulate and entertain little learners as they begin their A-Z learning journey. The previous book in the series, "Phoebe Cakes: A Mardi Gras Tail" features search-and-find flaps for curious young readers, the story focuses on New Orleans during Mardi Gras.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, New Orleans based children's book author Michelle Dumont chats about her new "Phoebe Cakes and Friends" book, "An Alphabet Tail" that releases on September 13th, 2022 through Susan Schadt Press and features illustrations by Jennifer Taylor.
Come along with Phoebe and all of her tail-wagging four-legged friends and learn your ABCs one giggle at a time. This board book is especially designed and crafted to stimulate and entertain little learners as they begin their A-Z learning journey. The previous book in the series, "Phoebe Cakes: A Mardi Gras Tail" features search-and-find flaps for curious young readers, the story focuses on New Orleans during Mardi Gras.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, New Orleans based children's book author Michelle Dumont chats about her new "Phoebe Cakes and Friends" book, "An Alphabet Tail" that releases on September 13th, 2022 through Susan Schadt Press and features illustrations by Jennifer Taylor.
Come along with Phoebe and all of her tail-wagging four-legged friends and learn your ABCs one giggle at a time. This board book is especially designed and crafted to stimulate and entertain little learners as they begin their A-Z learning journey. The previous book in the series, "Phoebe Cakes: A Mardi Gras Tail" features search-and-find flaps for curious young readers, the story focuses on New Orleans during Mardi Gras.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed author Annette Libeskind Berkovits who returns to the show to discuss her new memoir that shares the story of her nomadic childhood in the aftermath of the Holocaust. The memoir is called “Aftermath: Coming of Age on Three Continents” and it comes out on September 13, 2022 through Amsterdam Publishers, one of the world’s largest publishers of Holocaust memoirs.
“Aftermath” traces Annette’s nomadic childhood in the wake of World War Two. Traversing four countries across three continents, young Annette senses that her family is different from others but she’s too young to understand her parents’ wartime trauma. She must find inner resources to deal with the onset of teenage angst, as well as linguistic and cultural challenges. https://annetteberkovits.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed author Annette Libeskind Berkovits who returns to the show to discuss her new memoir that shares the story of her nomadic childhood in the aftermath of the Holocaust. The memoir is called “Aftermath: Coming of Age on Three Continents” and it comes out on September 13, 2022 through Amsterdam Publishers, one of the world’s largest publishers of Holocaust memoirs.
“Aftermath” traces Annette’s nomadic childhood in the wake of World War Two. Traversing four countries across three continents, young Annette senses that her family is different from others but she’s too young to understand her parents’ wartime trauma. She must find inner resources to deal with the onset of teenage angst, as well as linguistic and cultural challenges. https://annetteberkovits.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed author Annette Libeskind Berkovits who returns to the show to discuss her new memoir that shares the story of her nomadic childhood in the aftermath of the Holocaust. The memoir is called “Aftermath: Coming of Age on Three Continents” and it comes out on September 13, 2022 through Amsterdam Publishers, one of the world’s largest publishers of Holocaust memoirs.
“Aftermath” traces Annette’s nomadic childhood in the wake of World War Two. Traversing four countries across three continents, young Annette senses that her family is different from others but she’s too young to understand her parents’ wartime trauma. She must find inner resources to deal with the onset of teenage angst, as well as linguistic and cultural challenges. https://annetteberkovits.com/
Europe is back open to foreign travel!
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Scott Kendall, editor of PlayStayEat.com, who talks about his three-week visit to Europe. From the Canals of Venice to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and up to The Top of Europe in Switzerland, hear about his adventures and check out his photos and story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/europe-opens-up-to-foreign-travel/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Europe is back open to foreign travel!
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Scott Kendall, editor of PlayStayEat.com, who talks about his three-week visit to Europe. From the Canals of Venice to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and up to The Top of Europe in Switzerland, hear about his adventures and check out his photos and story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/europe-opens-up-to-foreign-travel/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Europe is back open to foreign travel!
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Scott Kendall, editor of PlayStayEat.com, who talks about his three-week visit to Europe. From the Canals of Venice to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and up to The Top of Europe in Switzerland, hear about his adventures and check out his photos and story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/europe-opens-up-to-foreign-travel/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From green chiles to pecans, and prickly pear margaritas to drinking chocolate with chili, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and fall flavors of New Mexico.
Featured Guests: - Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque - https://bottger.com/ - Ernesto Quintero - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
From green chiles to pecans, and prickly pear margaritas to drinking chocolate with chili, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and fall flavors of New Mexico.
Featured Guests: - Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque - https://bottger.com/ - Ernesto Quintero - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
From green chiles to pecans, and prickly pear margaritas to drinking chocolate with chili, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and fall flavors of New Mexico.
Featured Guests:
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Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque - https://bottger.com/
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Ernesto Quintero - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
It's all about Creating Cheese and Charcuterie Boards and Pairing them with the Right Wines on Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine pairing tips, hear an update on the vineyard and upcoming harvest, and what the term "Crush" means. Check out Peggy's Tips for Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "La Ville de Saulieu" by Wally Lawder. More: https://wallylawder.com/
It's all about Creating Cheese and Charcuterie Boards and Pairing them with the Right Wines on Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine pairing tips, hear an update on the vineyard and upcoming harvest, and what the term "Crush" means. Check out Peggy's Tips for Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "La Ville de Saulieu" by Wally Lawder. More: https://wallylawder.com/
It's all about Creating Cheese and Charcuterie Boards and Pairing them with the Right Wines on Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine pairing tips, hear an update on the vineyard and upcoming harvest, and what the term "Crush" means. Check out Peggy's Tips for Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "La Ville de Saulieu" by Wally Lawder. More: https://wallylawder.com/
Welcome to the first of our new Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" series with Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr. & Mrs Wild of Asheville." This episode focuses on a Day Trip to Chimney Rock including Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, Burnt Shirt Winery, and Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery.
Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - https://lion-rose.com/
- Olivia Slagle - Chimney Rock State Park - https://www.chimneyrockpark.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
Welcome to the first of our new Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" series with Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr. & Mrs Wild of Asheville." This episode focuses on a Day Trip to Chimney Rock including Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, Burnt Shirt Winery, and Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery.
Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - https://lion-rose.com/ - Olivia Slagle - Chimney Rock State Park - https://www.chimneyrockpark.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
Welcome to the first of our new Big Blend Radio "Adventures in Asheville" series with Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr. & Mrs Wild of Asheville." This episode focuses on a Day Trip to Chimney Rock including Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, Burnt Shirt Winery, and Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery.
Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - https://lion-rose.com/ - Olivia Slagle - Chimney Rock State Park - https://www.chimneyrockpark.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian, educator, and author Mike Guardia, who reflects on the tragic attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001 including what led to them, and the aftermath.
Mike is the author of over 20 military history books. His latest book is “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II," and his next release is "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wards of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool." Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian, educator, and author Mike Guardia, who reflects on the tragic attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001 including what led to them, and the aftermath.
Mike is the author of over 20 military history books. His latest book is “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II," and his next release is "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wards of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool." Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian, educator, and author Mike Guardia, who reflects on the tragic attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001 including what led to them, and the aftermath.
Mike is the author of over 20 military history books. His latest book is “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II," and his next release is "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wards of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool." Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on the farm, garden, and foodie scene in Skagit Valley, Washington. Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Blake Vanfield - Director of Genuine Skagit Valley, and Linda Versage - Blanchard Mountain Farm. Read Linda's article on her Skagit Valley Farm Stay experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/twelve-recommendations-for-a-fun-farm-stay-in-skagit-valley-washington/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on the farm, garden, and foodie scene in Skagit Valley, Washington. Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Blake Vanfield - Director of Genuine Skagit Valley, and Linda Versage - Blanchard Mountain Farm. Read Linda's article on her Skagit Valley Farm Stay experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/twelve-recommendations-for-a-fun-farm-stay-in-skagit-valley-washington/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on the farm, garden, and foodie scene in Skagit Valley, Washington. Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Blake Vanfield - Director of Genuine Skagit Valley, and Linda Versage - Blanchard Mountain Farm. Read Linda's article on her Skagit Valley Farm Stay experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/twelve-recommendations-for-a-fun-farm-stay-in-skagit-valley-washington/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
Multi-Media Visual and Performing Artist Mary Babcock is the featured guest on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show. Hear about her art, meditative art walks in nature, and current experience of being the Late Summer 2022 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Keep up with Mary and view her work at https://www.marybabcock.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Music featured on this episode is "Forest Walk" from the album "A Hawai'i Interlude" by Makana. More: https://www.makanamusic.com/
Multi-Media Visual and Performing Artist Mary Babcock is the featured guest on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show. Hear about her art, meditative art walks in nature, and current experience of being the Late Summer 2022 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Keep up with Mary and view her work at https://www.marybabcock.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Music featured on this episode is "Forest Walk" from the album "A Hawai'i Interlude" by Makana. More: https://www.makanamusic.com/
Multi-Media Visual and Performing Artist Mary Babcock is the featured guest on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show. Hear about her art, meditative art walks in nature, and current experience of being the Late Summer 2022 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Keep up with Mary and view her work at https://www.marybabcock.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Music featured on this episode is "Forest Walk" from the album "A Hawai'i Interlude" by Makana. More: https://www.makanamusic.com/
From forest adventures to fairs and festivals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on what to experience during the fall season in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests:
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Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest
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Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce
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Tina Rice - Exeter Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
From forest adventures to fairs and festivals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on what to experience during the fall season in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests:
- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest
- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce
- Tina Rice - Exeter Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
From forest adventures to fairs and festivals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on what to experience during the fall season in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests:
- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest
- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce
- Tina Rice - Exeter Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmakers Hallee Adelman and Sean King O'Grady who discuss their award-winning documentary, OUR AMERICAN FAMILY that releases in select theatres on Sept. 2, and on VOD on Sept. 6, 2022.
Addiction is an all-encompassing force, in not only of the lives of the afflicted, but also those around them. OUR AMERICAN FAMILY provides an honest, unfiltered look at a close-knit Philadelphia family dealing with generational substance abuse. Captured at a pivotal “nothing to lose” moment, for over the course of a year, five family members tired of life with addiction on center stage, each struggle to transcend their crippling histories. More: https://ouramericanfamilyfilm.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmakers Hallee Adelman and Sean King O'Grady who discuss their award-winning documentary, OUR AMERICAN FAMILY that releases in select theatres on Sept. 2, and on VOD on Sept. 6, 2022.
Addiction is an all-encompassing force, in not only of the lives of the afflicted, but also those around them. OUR AMERICAN FAMILY provides an honest, unfiltered look at a close-knit Philadelphia family dealing with generational substance abuse. Captured at a pivotal “nothing to lose” moment, for over the course of a year, five family members tired of life with addiction on center stage, each struggle to transcend their crippling histories. More: https://ouramericanfamilyfilm.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features filmmakers Hallee Adelman and Sean King O'Grady who discuss their award-winning documentary, OUR AMERICAN FAMILY that releases in select theatres on Sept. 2, and on VOD on Sept. 6, 2022.
Addiction is an all-encompassing force, in not only of the lives of the afflicted, but also those around them. OUR AMERICAN FAMILY provides an honest, unfiltered look at a close-knit Philadelphia family dealing with generational substance abuse. Captured at a pivotal “nothing to lose” moment, for over the course of a year, five family members tired of life with addiction on center stage, each struggle to transcend their crippling histories. More: https://ouramericanfamilyfilm.com/
As Ruth Milstein says, "Good cookware is worth the investment!". From stainless steel to copper pots, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ruth discusses the best and worst cookware for your kitchen. Read her list of cookware tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/best-and-worst-cookware/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award-winning cookbook, "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." More at https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and author Linda Ballou discusses her fall Colorado Majestic Mountain Tour of book events connected with her latest novel "Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird." It shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of a plucky English woman’s un-flinching desire to be free. More: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and author Linda Ballou discusses her fall Colorado Majestic Mountain Tour of book events connected with her latest novel "Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird." It shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of a plucky English woman’s un-flinching desire to be free. More: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and author Linda Ballou discusses her fall Colorado Majestic Mountain Tour of book events connected with her latest novel "Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird." It shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of a plucky English woman’s un-flinching desire to be free. More: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
From apple picking to birdwatching, historic architecture and sites, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, talks about what to experience during the fall season in England. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/visiting-england-in-the-fall/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features public health specialist Dr. Patricia Mechael who discusses her new middle grade book “The Antidotes: Pollution Solution” (Bold Story Press, Oct. 4, 2022) that shares the story of a colorful cast of classmates who work together to save town’s water supply. More: https://www.patriciamechael.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features public health specialist Dr. Patricia Mechael who discusses her new middle grade book “The Antidotes: Pollution Solution” (Bold Story Press, Oct. 4, 2022) that shares the story of a colorful cast of classmates who work together to save town’s water supply. More: https://www.patriciamechael.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features public health specialist Dr. Patricia Mechael who discusses her new middle grade book “The Antidotes: Pollution Solution” (Bold Story Press, Oct. 4, 2022) that shares the story of a colorful cast of classmates who work together to save town’s water supply. More: https://www.patriciamechael.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the three historic outlaw women - Belle Starr, Edna Murray "The Kissing Bandit," and Ma Barker. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include: - Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Dr Ron Hood - Property owner of Belle Starr's Homestead and Gravesite - Cynthia Schreiner Smith - Owner of Cyn City Tours in St Paul, and co-author of “Alvin Karpis and the Barker Gang in Minnesota.” https://www.cyncitytours.com/
Featured music on the show is "Little Liar" from the album "Glorious Glorious" by The Joiners: https://thejoinerhouse.bandcamp.com/album/glorious-glorious
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the three historic outlaw women - Belle Starr, Edna Murray "The Kissing Bandit," and Ma Barker. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include: - Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Dr Ron Hood - Property owner of Belle Starr's Homestead and Gravesite - Cynthia Schreiner Smith - Owner of Cyn City Tours in St Paul, and co-author of “Alvin Karpis and the Barker Gang in Minnesota.” https://www.cyncitytours.com/
Featured music on the show is "Little Liar" from the album "Glorious Glorious" by The Joiners: https://thejoinerhouse.bandcamp.com/album/glorious-glorious
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the three historic outlaw women - Belle Starr, Edna Murray "The Kissing Bandit," and Ma Barker. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include:
- Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association
- Dr Ron Hood - Property owner of Belle Starr's Homestead and Gravesite
- Cynthia Schreiner Smith - Owner of Cyn City Tours in St Paul, and co-author of “Alvin Karpis and the Barker Gang in Minnesota.” https://www.cyncitytours.com/
Featured music on the show is "Little Liar" from the album "Glorious Glorious" by The Joiners: https://thejoinerhouse.bandcamp.com/album/glorious-glorious
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
From appeal to objection, and hearsay to perjury, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of legal terms that relate to court cases. Hear Part One in this "Understanding Legalese" Series here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/understanding-legalese-part-1/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
From appeal to objection, and hearsay to perjury, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of legal terms that relate to court cases. Hear Part One in this "Understanding Legalese" Series here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/understanding-legalese-part-1/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
From appeal to objection, and hearsay to perjury, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of legal terms that relate to court cases. Hear Part One in this "Understanding Legalese" Series here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/understanding-legalese-part-1/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
‘Take the Waters’ and Soak up the History in Hot Springs! This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel & Leisure Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who tells us about her adventures in Hot Springs, Arkansas that include Hot Springs National Park, Bathhouse Row, Gangster Museum of America, Garvan Woodland Gardens, various galleries, dining destinations, and Hotel Hot Springs. See her photos and story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/take-the-waters-and-soak-up-the-history-in-hot-springs/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features a Blind Whiskey Tasting Experience with Bobby DeMars, founder of Blind Barrels, a blind whiskey tasting subscription, plus, Chris and Angela Smith who own Clouds Rest Acres Farm in Connecticut.
Blind Barrels is about expanding a subscriber’s horizons beyond the brands they know and can get at any liquor store. It’s about smaller distilleries, where the farmer that distills his grain is often the one bottling his or her precious juice. Every quarter Blind Barrels subscribers are treated to 4 unique and hard-to-find 50 ml samples of American whiskey. More: https://blindbarrels.com/
More about Clouds Rest Acres Farm: https://cloudsrestacres.com/
From art therapy to crafting projects, experiencing art and learning about art, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses how art can provide positive emotional and mental health benefits in our lives, and even improve mechanical skills.
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico where she is working with others to create The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. More: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features guitarist Steve Blaze of Lillian Axe. The band is proud and excited to release its new album, "From Womb to Tomb," worldwide on Global Rock Records. The current lineup of Lillian Axe, all of whom played on the new album, includes lead guitarist/songwriter Steve Blaze (who wrote all the songs on the new album) and bassist Michael “Maxx” Darby (both of whom remain from the band’s original line-up.) The current line-up is completed by Brent Graham - lead vocals, Sam Poitevent – guitar / vocals, and Wayne Stokely - drums.
"From Womb to Tomb" is the band’s first new album in ten years and continues the band's commitment to the melodic hard rock they’ve been performing and recording since their inception in 1988. More: https://www.lillianaxe.com
Special thanks to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Trust within a Remote Workforce. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Dr Jackie Eubany explains the heart disease symptoms caused by abnormal heartbeats (heart arrhythmias). She also shares some of the common causes and habits that can lead to arrythmia and talks about the lifestyle changes that can be made to prevent heart disease and boost heart health. Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Briarwood Nature Preserve, a National Historic Place in Saline, Louisiana, which is just north of Natchitoches. Featured guests include Arlene Gould - Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Bayli Quick - Curator at Briarwood Nature Preserve.
Briarwood is the birthplace and home of Caroline Dormon, a world renowned naturalist, author, artist, and the first woman to be hired in the United States Forest Service. The Briarwood Nature Preserve carries on the work started by Miss Dormon by preserving wildflowers native to the south and educating the public. More: https://briarwoodnp.org/
Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Briarwood Nature Preserve, a National Historic Place in Saline, Louisiana, which is just north of Natchitoches. Featured guests include Arlene Gould - Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Bayli Quick - Curator at Briarwood Nature Preserve.
Briarwood is the birthplace and home of Caroline Dormon, a world renowned naturalist, author, artist, and the first woman to be hired in the United States Forest Service. The Briarwood Nature Preserve carries on the work started by Miss Dormon by preserving wildflowers native to the south and educating the public. More: https://briarwoodnp.org/
Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on Briarwood Nature Preserve, a National Historic Place in Saline, Louisiana, which is just north of Natchitoches. Featured guests include Arlene Gould - Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Bayli Quick - Curator at Briarwood Nature Preserve.
Briarwood is the birthplace and home of Caroline Dormon, a world renowned naturalist, author, artist, and the first woman to be hired in the United States Forest Service. The Briarwood Nature Preserve carries on the work started by Miss Dormon by preserving wildflowers native to the south and educating the public. More: https://briarwoodnp.org/
Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Steve Piacente shares insights from his LinkedIn article “The High Cost of Staying Quiet" and explains the steps to take to transform that inner critic into a supportive friend so that you can speak your mind. Read his article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/high-cost-staying-quiet-steve-piacente/
Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Steve Piacente shares insights from his LinkedIn article “The High Cost of Staying Quiet" and explains the steps to take to transform that inner critic into a supportive friend so that you can speak your mind. Read his article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/high-cost-staying-quiet-steve-piacente/
Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Steve Piacente shares insights from his LinkedIn article “The High Cost of Staying Quiet" and explains the steps to take to transform that inner critic into a supportive friend so that you can speak your mind. Read his article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/high-cost-staying-quiet-steve-piacente/
Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.” More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
This Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writers Cori Solomon and Mary Farah who share their wine, food and travel adventures in Central California and Northern Arizona.
Cori focuses on the wine tasting experience in San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande region of California's Central Coast. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hang-your-wine-glass-in-san-luis-obispo-and-arroyo-grande/
Mary shares three fabulous foodie experiences in Flagstaff, Northern Arizona. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/three-foodie-stops-in-flagstaff-arizona/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writers Cori Solomon and Mary Farah who share their wine, food and travel adventures in Central California and Northern Arizona.
Cori focuses on the wine tasting experience in San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande region of California's Central Coast. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hang-your-wine-glass-in-san-luis-obispo-and-arroyo-grande/
Mary shares three fabulous foodie experiences in Flagstaff, Northern Arizona. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/three-foodie-stops-in-flagstaff-arizona/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writers Cori Solomon and Mary Farah who share their wine, food and travel adventures in Central California and Northern Arizona.
Cori focuses on the wine tasting experience in San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande region of California's Central Coast. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hang-your-wine-glass-in-san-luis-obispo-and-arroyo-grande/
Mary shares three fabulous foodie experiences in Flagstaff, Northern Arizona. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/three-foodie-stops-in-flagstaff-arizona/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
European Waterways has become an expert at providing a unique canal cruise offering. The company has 12 barges throughout the many regions in France as well as itineraries and boats on other waterways throughout Europe. A canal barge cruise is unlike any other cruising experience you may have already done. The setting is intimate, and the service is extremely personal and attentive.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer who shares her barge cruising experience with European Waterways. Both of her barge cruises were in France – one on the Burgundy Canal and one in the Loire Valley on the Canal de Briare. Read her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-a-luxury-barge-cruise-should-be-on-your-bucket-list/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
European Waterways has become an expert at providing a unique canal cruise offering. The company has 12 barges throughout the many regions in France as well as itineraries and boats on other waterways throughout Europe. A canal barge cruise is unlike any other cruising experience you may have already done. The setting is intimate, and the service is extremely personal and attentive.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer who shares her barge cruising experience with European Waterways. Both of her barge cruises were in France – one on the Burgundy Canal and one in the Loire Valley on the Canal de Briare. Read her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-a-luxury-barge-cruise-should-be-on-your-bucket-list/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
European Waterways has become an expert at providing a unique canal cruise offering. The company has 12 barges throughout the many regions in France as well as itineraries and boats on other waterways throughout Europe. A canal barge cruise is unlike any other cruising experience you may have already done. The setting is intimate, and the service is extremely personal and attentive.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer who shares her barge cruising experience with European Waterways. Both of her barge cruises were in France – one on the Burgundy Canal and one in the Loire Valley on the Canal de Briare. Read her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/why-a-luxury-barge-cruise-should-be-on-your-bucket-list/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From bird watching and train rides to cultural festivals and flavors, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on fall events and activities in New Mexico, "The Land of Enchantment."
Featured Guests:
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Steve Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque - https://bottger.com/
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Dan Clark - Inn of the Turquoise Bear in Santa Fe - https://www.turquoisebear.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward features Jeff Seitzer who discusses his compassionate new memoir, “THE FUN MASTER: A Father’s Journey of Love, Loss, and Learning to Live One Day at a Time.” The book shares the powerful story of how his special needs son Ethan changed his outlook on life – for the better. Despite a myriad of health and other challenges, Ethan went on to thrive during his short life—all the while teaching Jeff that the true path to happiness is putting other people's needs before your own and living in the moment rather than trying to control it. "The Fun Master" comes out through SparkPress on Aug 16, 2022. More: https://jeffreyseitzer.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward airs every 2nd Wednesday. Learn more about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward features Jeff Seitzer who discusses his compassionate new memoir, “THE FUN MASTER: A Father’s Journey of Love, Loss, and Learning to Live One Day at a Time.” The book shares the powerful story of how his special needs son Ethan changed his outlook on life – for the better. Despite a myriad of health and other challenges, Ethan went on to thrive during his short life—all the while teaching Jeff that the true path to happiness is putting other people's needs before your own and living in the moment rather than trying to control it. "The Fun Master" comes out through SparkPress on Aug 16, 2022. More: https://jeffreyseitzer.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward airs every 2nd Wednesday. Learn more about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward features Jeff Seitzer who discusses his compassionate new memoir, “THE FUN MASTER: A Father’s Journey of Love, Loss, and Learning to Live One Day at a Time.” The book shares the powerful story of how his special needs son Ethan changed his outlook on life – for the better. Despite a myriad of health and other challenges, Ethan went on to thrive during his short life—all the while teaching Jeff that the true path to happiness is putting other people's needs before your own and living in the moment rather than trying to control it. "The Fun Master" comes out through SparkPress on Aug 16, 2022. More: https://jeffreyseitzer.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward airs every 2nd Wednesday. Learn more about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Nicole Stacey from Visit Pensacola in Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast region. Pensacola is known for its sugar sand beaches, over 450 years of history, nature and outdoor recreation, fabulous dining, unique shopping, and luxurious places to stay. Pensacola is also home to the Gulf Islands National Seashore, and is known as the "Fall Festival City of the South," and the "City of Five Flags." More at: https://www.visitpensacola.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features guitarist Jeff Cotton who discusses his music career, and new album "The Fantasy of Reality," that releases on Aug 12, 2022 through Madfish.
After playing guitar, lap steel and vocals with the legendary Captain Beefheart and his Magic Band, appearing on the ground breaking album “Trout Mask Replica” (under the pseudonym Antennae Jimmy Semens), as well as playing on “Strictly Personal” & “Mirror Man,” Cotton withdrew from the commercial music business for nearly 50 years. Using the island state of Hawaii as a home base, he emerges from his seclusion in 2022 with his first ever solo album; “The Fantasy of Reality.” Whimsical, playful and tongue-in-cheek – Cotton delivers a psychedelic journey that will delight Beefheart devotees while bringing plenty of new ideas to the table across the sprawling 22 track, 66-minute runtime. More: https://jeffcottonmusic.us/home and https://www.madfishmusic.com/artists/jeff-cotton/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show shines the spotlight on Iris Vineyards who is known for producing quality, consciously crafted wines from some of the best vineyards in Oregon. Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Iris Vineyards winemaker Aaron Liberman, and wine media specialist Carl Giavanti. Read Linda's article about Iris Vineyards here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/iris-vineyards-sip-and-savor-consciously-crafted-wines-from-oregon/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
Ben Cosgrove is a traveling essayist, composer-performer whose music explores themes of landscape, place, and environment. He has performed in almost every U.S. state and collaborated with artists ranging from rock bands to string ensembles.
Ben joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show to talk about his music and writing, and to share his experience of being the Summer 2022 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Music featured on this episode is from his fourth studio album, "The Trouble With Wilderness."
Keep up with Ben Cosgrove: https://www.bencosgrove.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce, joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio to share what there is to experience in Tulare, an agricultural community and gateway destination to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, and Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest. Tulare has a charming historic downtown district with lovely tree lined streets, murals, boutique shops, and restaurants. The city is also home to the International Agri-Center where the World Ag Expo is held, and the Tulare Outlet Center. More: http://www.tularechamber.org/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Grilling and Barbecue Season is on with this fourth episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Plus, hear an update on the vineyard, and what the term "Tannins" means. Check out Peggy's recipe for Spicy Grilled Pineapple over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-grilled-pineapple-over-vanilla-bean-ice-cream/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Rock Gardens, Swimming Pools and Barbeques" from the album "The Perfume of Creosote: Desert Exotica 1"
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Silvano Ancellotti and Lorenzo Testa of the Italian Celtic rock band Uncle Bard & The Dirty Bastards! The band is proud and excited to release its new album, "The Story So Far" worldwide on Angel Air Records, on August 7, 2022. "The Story So Far" is a compilation album of the band’s most popular songs, which are culled from their previous four critically acclaimed albums, all of which have been released independently by the band. The album also includes one new, previously unreleased track entitled "Molly Maguires." Simply put, the album rocks like mad in the finest of the Celtic rock tradition. In the same vein as bands like The Pogues, Flogging Molly and Dropkick Murphys, to name a few, the band’s musical stew is a hot blend of original music that combines rock, punk, folk, and traditional Irish music.
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Lorenzo Testa on banjo/mandolin,
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Silvano Ancellotti on lead guitar,
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Roberto Orlando on bass,
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Luca Telizzi on drums,
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Guido Domingo on lead vocals
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Luca Crespi on tin whistle, Irish flute, and Uilleann Pipes.
More: https://www.ubdirtybastards.com/
Special thanks to Norfolk Tours UK - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who shares stories and life lessons from three military leaders featured in his books including General Hal Moore, General Paul F. Gorman, and Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool.
Mike is the author of over 20 military history books including “Hal Moore on Leadership: Winning When Outgunned and Outnumbered," and “Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman.” His latest book is “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II," and his next release is "Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wards of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool."
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features RZN8R, who discusses his debut album "Closing The Golden Gate." RZN8R (pronounced “resonator”) is the moniker of Oakland-raised, Brooklyn-based producer and singer Derek Buckwalter. RZN8R draws from a wide array of influences, fusing his passions for singing, beats, and new thought spirituality to craft lush, deep, and hypnotic grooves. "Closing the Golden Gate" is a collection of future soul tracks with influences of Motown, boom bap hip hop, dance pop, and jazz. A heartfelt and personal piece of work, the album is about RZN8R’s departure from the San Francisco Bay Area after 27 years to move to Brooklyn. More: https://www.rzn8r.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Calling All Travel Writers! This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the upcoming Annual International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) Conference & Marketplace held Sept. 18-21, 2022 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Featured guests include Chris Cutler - Travel Writer and President of IFWTWA, and Wayne Atherholt, Director of Cultural Affairs for the City of St. Petersburg.
Welcoming members and non-members, this annual professional development and networking event will be held at Hyatt Place in Downtown St Petersburg, and will feature workshops, a culinary panel, the marketplace, FAM trips, and so much more! More about the Conference: https://www.ifwtwa.org/2022-ifwtwa-conference/
More about St. Petersburg: https://www.stpete.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the jazz history and current jazz scene along the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include:
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Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association
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Cynthia M. Ammerman - Historian & Humanities Strategist at the Latin Jazz Institute
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Perry Huntoon - Jazz scholar, enthusiast, and writer
Featured music on the show is "Bottom of the Bayou" by Jon Roniger and the Good for Nothin' Band in New Orleans. More: http://www.thegoodfornothinband.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
Did the U.S. Supreme Court’s Viking Decision Smite the California Private Attorney General Act (PAGA)? On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs discusses how PAGA works and how the U.S. Supreme Court decided federal law can preempt it. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/did-the-u-s-supreme-courts-viking-decision-smite-the-california-private-attorney-general-act-paga/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
From gardens and hiking trails to local dining, cider and wine tasting, and a unique bed and breakfast stay, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel & Leisure Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who tells us about the good times she had in Wenatchee, Washington. See her photos and story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/get-ready-for-good-times-in-wenatchee/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features prolific songwriter Brian Woodbury who talks about his music and latest release "Rhapsody & Filigree" the fourth and final volume of his "Anthems & Antithets" series.
Brian Woodbury is a songwriter who straddles the avant/pop/theater/comedy divide. His eclecticism ranges from writing Disney cartoon themes and children’s TV songs, to experimental jazz big band, to arranging 1960s Bollywood covers, to a country anthem about marriage equality and Tom Lehrer-esque comedy songs. He has released eleven albums, including the current 4-volume "Anthems & Antithets." More: https://brianwoodbury.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows,history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, talks about historic English Ships, the Mary Rose and the HMS Victory. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-ships-of-england-the-mary-rose-and-the-victory/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Sam Hodder, President & CEO of Save the Redwoods League, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and restore California redwoods and connect people to the peace and beauty of redwood forests. Hear about how The League protects redwoods by purchasing redwood forests and the surrounding land needed to nurture them. They also work to restore redwood forests by innovating science and technology that can improve stewardship and accelerate forest regeneration. More at https://www.savetheredwoods.org/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Photo of Sam Hodder by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy Save the Redwoods League.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Trust in the Education System, as well as between parents and children. As always, her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) are a main part of the discussion, as well as some lively banter about when to teach kids about adult words, and more!
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Dr Jackie Eubany explains the heart disease symptoms caused by diseased heart muscle (cardiomyopathy), also known as heart failure.
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau that promotes tourism to Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana, and Tasha Byrd, owner of Tasha's Country Kitchen in St Augustine, Texas.
Established in 2004 as a National Historic Trail, the El Camino Real de Los Tejas was a “royal road” that spanned approximately 2500 miles from Mission San Juan Bautista Guerrero, Mexico to Fort St. Jean Baptiste in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. Translating to “The Royal Road of the Tejas” (Indians), as for hundreds of years it was one of the many trail routes used by Native Americans for trading, the El Camino Real de los Tejas was first followed and marked by Spanish explorers and missionaries in the 1700s. More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/el-camino-real-de-los-tejas-national-historic-trail/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Movie Monday" Show features filmmaker, director, and writer Chris Canfield who discusses his new western film BLACKWOOD. The film will be released in theaters July 22 and on digital and demand July 26 via Saban Films
BLACKWOOD is an intense journey into the darkness of the American Old West, starring Glenn Morshower (Transformers: The Last Knight, “The Resident”) and Tanajsia Slaughter (The Last Son). A gang of violent out-laws forces a Native American woman to lead them through a treacherous forest towards a fortune in gold. More: https://theblackwoodmovie.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick, who discusses the fascinating life and art career of Zena Kavin (1912-2003). Read Victoria's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-art-career-of-zena-kavin-1912-2003/
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work, and Zena Kavin "Rooster" print here: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Vicky Johnson, lead vocalist of Northern UK Symphonic Rock ensemble, Winter in Eden, who have released their fourth new studio album "Social Fake" to an immense reception from fans and critics alike. The band crafted the album over a long period, including during lockdown, and the end result takes their music to a new level.
Containing all new material which builds and further refines the unique style that is Winter in Eden, from delightful symphonic instrumentals to crunching aggressive rock, "Social Fake" features compelling vocals, muscular riffs, memorable hooks, and swirling keyboards coupled with pounding bass and thunderous drums. It's powerful, modern and perfectly balanced. "Social Fake" features a line-up of Vicky Johnson, Steve Johnson, Steve Hauxwell, Benji Lynch and Ian Heddle. More: https://www.winterineden.com/
Special thanks to Norfolk Tours - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
From farm-to-table fare, fry bread, and tacos, to green chiles, blue cornmeal pancakes, and global fusion cuisine, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and flavors of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Featured Guests: - Steve Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town https://bottger.com/
- Darlene Capshaw - Red Horse Bed & Breakfast https://www.redhorsebnb.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward features Barbara L. Pagano, author of "The 60-Something Crisis: How to Live an Extraordinary Life in Retirement." It's the first book to circumvent the tired and conventional approaches of finding purpose, passion, or happiness, or using reinvention to discover a path of fulfillment after 60.
In "The 60-Something Crisis," Barbara L. Pagano presents a clear, practical framework through four portals—geography of place, yield, kinship, and freedom—to navigate and support future well-being and happiness. More: https://the60somethingcrisis.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward airs every 2nd Wednesday. Learn more about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Blake Vanfield, Executive Director of Genuine Skagit Valley in Washington State. The Skagit Valley has been supplying the region, state, and world with nearly every crop imaginable since the first commercial harvest of potatoes in 1853. Today, the region cultivates over 80 crops. Genuine Skagit Valley supports the growers and producers of the Skagit Valley by promoting the region's distinctive farm-raised flavors, culture, and heritage, with the aim to sustain farming for generations to come. More: https://genuineskagitvalley.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show, Steve Horowitz discusses his two new albums “Old Monster Trio” and “Mr. E.” The Grammy, Webby and Kid Screen award-winning composer, producer, prolific bassist and musician, and artist behind 29 albums of mind bending original music, Horowitz is also known for his original score to the Academy Award Nominated film “Super Size Me.” More: https://www.stevehorowitzmusic.com/
Special Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Pratik Rijal and Nishchal Banskota, co-founders of Nepal Tea Collective.
Nepal Tea Collective is a public benefit corporation that distributes fresh teas, organically grown and packed at origin in Nepal, throughout the United States and worldwide. Teas are from four different small-holder farms in Nepal. Nepal Tea Collective aims to bridge the gap between tea farmers and customers by moving past the middlemen and working directly with producers. Nepal Tea Collective makes the tea farm to table supply chain traceable and transparent. Each package is labeled with a QR code that can be scanned for info about where, how and when the tea was produced. More: https://nepalteacollective.com/
What famous ancient flower blooms in Washington DC? No, it’s not cherry blossoms. Instead, gigantic lotus flowers blossom at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, a National Park Service site. Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens’ natural landscape represents what the area looked like when our forefathers founded DC. Nature abounds in this hidden gem, and you’ll almost forget that you’re in a city of over 700,000.
Airing live from Silver Spring, Maryland, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features freelance travel writer and photographer Julie Dee Suman who gives an overview on what to experience at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. You can read her article “Discover Washington DC's Historic Lily and Lotus Flowers” here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-washington-dcs-historic-lily-and-lotus-flowers/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Featured music is "Lotus Blossom" by Michael and Spider.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Denise Alonzo who shares what there is to experience in Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument in Central California.
Featuring 33 groves of Giant Sequoia Trees (the world’s largest tree by volume), the Sequoia National Forest is home to the biggest concentration of giant sequoia groves. These groves are protected within the Giant Sequoia National Monument, and managed by the US Forest Service. More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/sequoia-national-forest/
This interview is part of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. Plan your California Sequoia Country adventure at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's all about Le Nez du Vin (Aromatherapy for Wine Lovers) on this third episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Plus, hear an update on the vineyard, and what the term "Wine Taint" means. Check out Peggy's recipe for Wine Poached Chicken Breasts.
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the Podcast Playlist.
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to Music” Show airs live from Silver Spring, Maryland, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests
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Mary Fahl– In her new solo album “Can’t Get it Out of My head,” award-winning singer/songwriter Mary Fahl interprets Pink Floyd, George Harrison, Moody Blues, ELO, Neil Young, The Rolling Stones, and more.
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Linda Gail Lewis– In her new album “Early Sides 1963-1973,” female rockabilly legend Linda Gail Lewis, sister of rock legend Jerry Lee Lewis, shares a new new collection of early recordings from the ‘60s & ‘70s.
Special Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation.
Focusing on Independence Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. This show honors the sacrifices soldiers have made for freedom in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, World Wars 1 & II, Korean and Vietnam War, Desert Storm, and more.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” This book features a collection of eighteen true stories from veterans who served on the frontlines in World War II...on land, on sea, and in the air. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday.
Featured music on this show is “Colors of the USA" by Doreen Taylor - https://www.doreentaylormusic.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Champagne Sundays" Show airs live from Silver Spring, Maryland with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour. This episode features psychologist and author Dr. Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt who discusses her new book, “Getting to Good Riddance: A No-Bullsh*t Breakup Survival Guide,” (Turner Publishing, July 26, 2022). Through professional experiences and examples, along with psychological research and vignettes to explain her points, Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt uses her expertise as a relationship therapist to create the ultimate guide to surviving a breakup. This seriously motivational resource utilizes salty straight talk, humor, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and positivity to get you to growth and recovery.
Featured music is “Witness Protection” from the album "Holy Water" by Allison August.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features writer Linda Kissam, and cookbook authors Carrie Bonfitto - "What to Eat: Why to Eat it," and Jessica Formicola - "Beef It Up!: 50 Mouthwatering Recipes for Ground Beef, Steaks, Stews, Roasts, Ribs, and More." Read Linda's review of their cookbooks and see recipes from the books, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/two-great-cookbooks-beef-it-up-and-what-to-eat-why-to-eat-it/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF), a non-profit offering Artist-in-Residence Programs, Museum In-Loan Programs, and Workshops inspired by our National Parks, National Monuments, and World Heritage Sites. NPAF has supported over 300 programs, over 120 artists, and been the conduit for over a million dollars in artwork donations. Learn more: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Mercury, Swedish vocalist and co-founder of Priest, who talks about their new album BODY MACHINE. Priest, who describes its musical vision as a of blend of darkwave and industrial goth, also has a talent for creating catchy, melodic hooks, memorable synth riffs and heavy, throbbing rhythms in its music, which is very much in evidence on the ten tracks on Body Machine. Think of a darker, heavier Depeche Mode, a band who has been a big influence on Priest over the years.
Priest features in its lineup two former members of the hugely popular and Grammy Award-winning Swedish rock band Ghost - vocalist Mercury, who was known as Water when he played bass for Ghost, keyboardist Salt, formerly known as Ghost keyboardist Air, and programmer/ keyboardist Sulfur. releasing through Cleopatra Records on July 15, 2022, "Body Machine" was produced by another Ghost alumni, Simon Söderberg (guitarist and producer/engineer of Ghost’s debut album Opus Eponymous). More: https://priestnexus.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, as well as the current exhibits showcasing his work. Exhibits include "DeGrazia's Processions" on display until Jan. 25, 2023; and "DeGrazia's Sombreros" and "DeGrazia's Native Dancers" - both on display until Aug. 31, 2022.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/
Music on this episode is "Sunset Steps" by Domingo DeGrazia, as featured on the album "Please Remember Me."
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Channel Islands National Park with Island Packers. Touted as the “Galapagos of the North,” Channel Islands National Park is situated in the Pacific Ocean, just off the Ventura coast in California. Comprised of five islands – Anacapa, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, San Miguel, and Santa Rosa – and the waters within one nautical mile of each island, the Channel Islands is regarded as one of the wildest National Parks. And it’s accessible only by boat. Read her Channel Islands story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-rewards-are-many-for-those-who-make-the-effort-to-visit-the-channel-islands/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features Jack Starr, founder of US power metal band, Jack Starr's Burning Starr. The band is proud and excited to release its new album, "Souls of the Innocent," worldwide on Global Rock Records, on July 15, 2022.
Jack, a co-founder of influential and beloved metal band Virgin Steele, has been a household name in the metal scene for decades and has always surrounded himself with exceptional musicians. The current lineup of Burning Starr, who all play on the new album, includes the sensational vocals of Alexx Panza, thunderous drummer Rhino (ex-Manowar) and Jack’s longtime pal and bandmate, bassist Ned Meloni (who previously played with UFO’s Paul Chapman and former Rainbow/Deep Purple singer Joe Lynn Turner) on bass.
"Souls Of The Innocent" continues Jack and the band's commitment to true power metal, with Panza continuing the band’s legacy of discovering and showcasing great vocal talent within its ranks. More at https://www.facebook.com/jackstarrsburningstarr/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, shares what you can experience on an 8-Day Tour of England's Historic Royal Sites. Read his article that features the Royal Pavilion in Brighton, Hampton Court Palace, Winchester Cathedral, the Osbourne House, and Windsor Castle - see: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/touring-royal-britain/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection show airs live from from Kansas City, Kansas, with hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour, and publishers of Big Blend Magazines. Margot Carrera, fine art nature photographer and environmentalist, joins as guest cohost, as she does every 4th Friday. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Featured guest is Jennifer Farrar, Executive Director of Asbury Woods in Erie, Pennsylvania. Hear about the various environmental education programs, restoration projects, and four season outdoor recreational opportunities visitors experience at this beautiful 205-acre park and public land that encompasses wetlands, forests, fields, streams, and historic properties, as well as The Nature Center, one of the premier award winning environmental education centers in northwestern Pennsylvania. More: www.asburywoods.org/
Featured music is “Forest Walk” by Makana - see https://www.makanamusic.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features husband-wife travel team Bill & Jane Johnson who talk about their recent adventure traveling the historic Jefferson Highway from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana in their '55 Chevy. Plus, Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, and board member Arlene Gould, Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, discuss the 2022 JHA Conference that was held earlier in the the month in Pittsburg, Kansas.
Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more about the revival of this highway at https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured music on the show is "Ford F-150" from the album "Double Take" by guitar virtuoso Micha Schellhaas, at http://michamusic.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
From defamation to discrimination, and arbitration to mediation, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of legal terms that relate to court cases. Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on the upcoming 42nd Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival happening on Saturday, July 23, 2022, in the air conditioned Prather Coliseum on the NSU campus in historic Natchitoches, Louisiana. This year's theme is “Stronger Together: The Power of Traditional Culture." More: https://www.nsula.edu/folklife/
Featured guests are Arlene Gould, Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and festival organizer and professor Dr. Shane Rasmussen. Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features East S.M., an Appalachian occultist, diviner, educator, artist, performer, and author of occult fantasy novel "Mercy's Quest" that will take you on a journey from the Appalachian mountains into New Orleans, complete with magical beings and witches. "Mercy’s Quest" is inspired by an East's own encounters with the mystical. As a generational divination artist, East drew inspiration from her small coal mining town to create this rich novel. A perfect blend of fantasy and adventure, Mercy’s Quest will entertain readers who love a supernatural twist. More: https://theartisteast.com/
In honor of Juneteenth, this episode of Big Blend Radio features H.H. Leonards, author of "Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership," and Dr. LaDonna Boyd, CEO/Publisher of R.H. Boyd.
H.H. Leonards is founder and chair of the O Street Museum Foundation in Washington, D.C., and the Mansion on O Street, where Mrs. Rosa Parks called her home-away-from-home for the last decade of her life. Published by R.H. Boyd, the book "Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus" is a collection of inspiring memories compiled from the decade that Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks was a guest in author H.H. Leonards' home in Washington DC. See: https://www.omansion.com/
R.H. Boyd, now in its fifth generation of leadership and celebrating 125 years of printing and publishing, was founded by formerly enslaved Dr. Richard Henry Boyd. The Nashville-based enterprise is expanding beyond its curriculum offerings to include book publishing. Now, Dr. LaDonna Boyd is shaping and leading the company’s efforts to broaden its scope and offerings for modern needs. More: https://rhboyd.com/
Featured music is "Universal Love" by Kwame Binea Shakedown http://www.kwamebineashakedown.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick and Las Cruces Museums Curator Jennifer McClung.
Victoria discusses her upcoming art exhibit "Symbols of New Mexico - A Personal Story" that will be on display at the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico from July 29 - Sept. 25, 2022. Jennifer gives an overview of the historic Branigan Cultural Center as well as the adjoining Museum of Art, Museum of Nature & Science, and nearby Railroad Museum. More at: https://www.las-cruces.org/1523/Museums
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work here: https://victoriachick.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features pro photographer Scott Kelby, the world’s #1 best-selling author of photography technique books, who talks about his brand new book “The Travel Photography Book: Step-by-Step Techniques to Capture Breathtaking Travel Photos Like the Pros.” In this new book, Scott shares all his secrets and time-tested techniques as he discusses everything from his go-to essential travel gear, to camera settings, to how to research before your trip, to the travel photography techniques that will help you capture truly captivating images on your trip. More: https://scottkelby.com/
Special thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who explains how leaders who want to be seen as a popular and nice are on the path of failure. What High Trust Leaders share is a willingness to voice their own opinions even when others disagree. Read her blog post about the dangers of "being nice": https://leabrovedani.com/2022/05/dont-just-be-nice/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Dr Jackie Eubany shares the differences and commonalities between a stroke and a heart attack, as well as their risk factors, and prevention tips. Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA, Amy Nesler gives an overview of what visitors can experience on the San Juan Islands located in the heart of the Salish Sea in Washington State. Highlights include whale and bird watching, hiking and kayaking, parks and historic sites including lighthouses, scenic drives, wine tasting and region cuisine, shopping and art, and much more. We also discuss how to be responsible travelers which includes volunteering, reducing one's carbon footprint, and leaving no trace behind in nature and outdoor areas. More: https://www.visitsanjuans.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
When FBI Chief Investigator Francis Palmer and Maurice Lumen’s paths collide, a dozen young women are already dead—bodies strewn in the woods across southern New England. Crippled by the loss of their families and haunted by mistakes, they wrestle with skeletons and ghosts neither understands. Who is destined to pay for the sins of their fathers, and who will pay for their own?
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Brian LeBeau who talks about his debut novel, "A Disturbing Nature." Out now through Books Fluent, it's a psychological and insightful thriller about a prolific killer and investigator in post-Vietnam War-era New England. More at https://brianlebeau.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning filmmaker David Henry Gerson, who discusses his debut feature documentary film, "The Story Won't Die." The film gives an inspiring, timely look at a young generation of Syrian artists who use their work to protest and process what is currently the world’s largest and longest ongoing displacement of people since World War II. The film is produced by Sundance Award-winning producer Odessa Rae (Navalny). More: http://www.davidhenrygerson.com
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Somali-American writer Warda Mohamed Abdullahi. Her powerful memoir, "Warda: My Journey from the Horn of Africa to a College Education,” not only tells the story of her own resilience but also that of striving refugees around the world. Set in the rugged shrublands of rural Ethiopia, the contentious neighborhoods of South Africa, and the icy streets of Michigan, Warda is the story of a fierce young woman on a tireless quest to become the first member of her family to go to college. More: https://wardaabdullahi.com/
From the Seaport to The Freedom Trail, and Beacon Hill to the Back Bay and Theatre District, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features travel writer and author Charlene Peters who talks about what to experience in Boston, Massachusetts.
Read Charlene's article "Boston: Revolutionary to Evolutionary" here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/boston-revolutionary-to-evolutionary/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on summer and fall art and nature adventures in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment.
Featured Guests:
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Becky O’Connor - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Gila: https://www.casitasdegila.com/
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Carolyn Calfee – The Grand Hacienda in Abique Lake: https://www.thegrandhacienda.com/
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Christine Scypinski - Adobe & Pines Inn in Taos: https://adobepines.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
Airing live from Lubbock, Texas this special Big Blend Radio “Authors & Writing Success” Show with Books Forward features two panel discussions with acclaimed authors and writers.
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Glenn Rockowitz – Best-selling and award-winning author, writer, filmmaker, and comedian.
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Lynn Slaughter – Award-winning young adult novelist and mystery writer.
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Illana Raia – Award-winning author and founder of Être, a mentorship platform for girls.
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Liz Keller Whitehurst – Podcast creator, short story writer, novelist, English and writing educator.
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Amy Daughters – Award-winning author, freelance writer, and avid researcher.
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Lori R. Snyder – Author, writer, educator, and creator of the Writers Happiness Movement
Featured music is “Write a Freakin’ Book” from the 2 Tall album by Tall Men Group
This episode of Big Blend Radio features essayist, author, and theatre expert Edwin Wong who discusses Risk Theatre. His first book "The Risk Theatre Model of Tragedy" (2019) upended our understanding of theatre by arguing that risk is the dramatic fulcrum of the action. It also launched a major international playwriting competition, now in its fourth year.
Now, in his second book "When Life Gives You Risk, Make Risk Theatre" (2022), Wong argues that chance is a powerful and misunderstood force that directs the action, both on and off the stage. More at https://risktheatre.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show airs live from Lubbock, Texas and features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who discusses the Normandy Landings, the landing operations and associated airborne operations on Tuesday, June 6, 1944 of the Allied invasion of Normandy in Operation Overlord during World War II. Codenamed Operation Neptune and often referred to as D-Day, it was the largest seaborne invasion in history. The operation began the liberation of France (and later western Europe) and laid the foundations of the Allied victory on the Western Front.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” This book features a collection of eighteen true stories from veterans who served on the frontlines in World War II...on land, on sea, and in the air.
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday.
Featured music on this show is “Tokyo Rose” by Riot Act.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features research psychologist and award-winning author Dr. Rachel Kowert who presents tales of empowerment and self-reliance in her children’s book, “Pragmatic Princess: 26 Superb Stories of Self-Sufficiency." Her upcoming picture book series, "Tales from Cloud Canyon," celebrates the everyday child, doing everyday things, with their everyday abilities for ages 3 and up. More: https://buildyourowncastle.com/
Featured music is "Dream Big" by Nicki Kris - https://nickikris.com/
Known as “Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville,” Steve and Karen Wilson own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District of Asheville, North Carolina. On this episode of Big Blend Radio they share some of the summer and early fall nature adventures visitors can experience in the region including Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Biltmore Estate. More at https://www.lion-rose.com/
Featured music is "Paradise Falls" from the album "Love Revolution" by Love Bubble.
Focusing on Flagstaff in Northern Arizona, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Travel Diva," Meg Roederer - Communications Specialist for Discover Flagstaff & Flagstaff Film Commissioner, and Park Ranger Owen Ellis - National Park Service.
Flagstaff is nicknamed “The City of Seven Wonders” due to its close proximity to a number of fascinating natural wonders including the Grand Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon, the San Francisco Peaks, Coconino National Forest, and three national monuments - Wupatki, Walnut Canyon, and Sunset Crater. Whatever your pleasure, be it snow activities, leaf-peeping, visiting local parks, restaurant and bar hopping, or shopping, Flagstaff is a great place to relax and unwind. Read Linda's article about her visit to Flagstaff here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/arizona-finds-three-inspiring-days-in-flagstaff/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday.
NOTE: This interview was recorded before the Tunnel Fire, so some of the attractions like Sunset Crater and Wupatki National Monuments may have restricted access).
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed painter Alice Leese. Hear about her artistic process, life on her family's ranch in west Texas, and upcoming 1-month National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) residency off-grid on Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park. Alice was also an NPAF artist-in-residence at Fort Union National Monument and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. See Alice's art at https://www.aliceleese.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residencies in parks across the country: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Katie Wightman, Field Institute Director for the Sequoia Parks Conservancy who talks about their park programs in Sequoia & Kings National Parks as well as their fundraising efforts.
The Sequoia Parks Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Lake Kaweah, working hand-in-hand with the National Park Service to support projects including trail improvements, educational programs for the public, and the protection of wildlife and their natural habitat. More at https://www.sequoiaparksconservancy.org/
This interview is part of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. Plan your California Sequoia Country adventure at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
It's all about Summer Wines, Summer Wine Pairings and Summer Recipes on this second episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Check out Peggy's Wine and Salad Pairing Tips plus Grilled Rack of Lamb recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/summer-wine-salad-pairings-and-lamb-recipe/
Featured music on the show is "Summer Wine" by Shelley King https://www.shelleyking.com/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Jared R. Hardesty, who discusses his latest book, “Mutiny on the Rising Sun: A Tragic Tale of Slavery, Smuggling, and Chocolate” (NYU Press).
On the night of June 1, 1743, terror struck the schooner Rising Sun. After completing a routine smuggling voyage where the crew sold enslaved Africans in exchange for chocolate, sugar, and coffee in the Dutch colony of Suriname, the ship traveled eastward along the South American coast. Believing there was an opportunity to steal the lucrative cargo and make a new life for themselves, three sailors snuck below deck, murdered four people, and seized control of the vessel. "Mutiny on the Rising Sun" recounts the origins, events, and eventual fate of the Rising Sun’s final smuggling voyage in vivid detail.
Jared R. Hardesty is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Western Washington University and author of "Unfreedom: Slavery and Dependence in Eighteenth-Century Boston" and "Black Lives, Native Lands, White Worlds: A History of Slavery in New England."
Special thank you to Norfolk Tours in England - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features the Red Hot Shame band who talk about their music and latest album "My Satellite." Red Hot Shame is the brainchild of singer-songwriter Xeff Scolari and his fluctuating lineup of Northern California based musical partners in crime.
For this new album "My Satellite," Xeff Scolari recorded with frequent collaborators: Steven Pitsenbarger (vocals, percussion), Ryan Wilson (guitar), Spencer Kennedy (bass), Rick Fugate (drums), James Terris (keys), Mark Bennet (harmonica).
"My Satellite" was recorded, mixed, and mastered collaboratively by the whole group at Xeff Scolari’s own Shameful Studio in late 2021. The band is full of talented multi-instrumentalists who added layers of sonic textures including horns, vintage mellotron, and even accordion. The album’s songs range thematically from birth, death, and rebirth, to love and loss, and to everything in between. More at https://www.redhotshame.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays “Toast to Music” Show airED live from Lynnwood, Washington, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests - Ed Roman - Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer, and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada Hear about his latest singles “Stronger,” “Happiness,” and “Tomorrow is Today.” https://edroman.net/ - Justin Kniest aka JUST - Dutch-born singer-songwriter who creates a mixture of Avant-Pop, Synthwave and Post Rock. His debut album Deep Cycles is melancholic with stories of sorrow, loss, and hope. https://www.just-artist.com/
Special Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
From England and North America to South Africa, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on how different the English language is spoken and written around the world. Featured guests are Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, and Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect." Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/two-countries-divided-by-the-same-language/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ Lea appears on Big Blend Radio every third Thursday. More at https://leabrovedani.com/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Marie Coleman, owner of Church Street Cafe in historic Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hear the fascinating and inspiring story of how Marie started this popular restaurant that's known for serving delicious and authentic New Mexico cuisine, and for being housed within the historic Casa de Ruiz "House of Ruiz" which was built during the founding of Albuquerque, sometime after 1706. This makes Casa de Ruiz the oldest residence in Albuquerque and one of the oldest structures in the state of New Mexico. More: https://www.churchstreetcafe.com/
Focusing on plant and habitat conservation as well as state parks and youth education, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection aired live on May 27, 2022 from Lynnwood, Washington.
Featured Guests: - MARGOT CARRERA - Fine art nature photographer and environmentalist who appears as a guest cohost on Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection show every 4th Friday. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ - JEFFERSON MARSHALL – English teacher and author of the Texas State Park Adventures book series for kids including “The Creatures of Caprock Canyons,” “The Palo Duro Lighthouse Race,” and “The Timeless Garner.” More: https://texasstateparkadventures.com/
Featured music is “Orchids & Waterfalls” by Michael and Spider, and “Uncle Remus Tales” by Jimmy Yessian.
From outlaws like Bonnie & Clyde and Belle Starr, to historic routes and trails like the Pony Express, Butterfield Overland Stage Route, and Santa Fe Trail, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on some of the historic highlights and happenings on the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more about the revival of this highway and find out about the upcoming 2022 JHA Conference held June 1-4, 2022 in Pittsburg, KS : https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include: - Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Robin Cole-Jett "The Red River Historian" - See: https://www.redriverhistorian.com/
Featured music on the show is "Texas Blue Moon" by Shelley King - https://www.shelleyking.com/
Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs discusses California's various employment laws and regulations that affect the Food and Beverage Industry including the Fast-Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act, Minimum Wage and Salary, COVID-19 Mask Mandates, and Board Diversity. Read Ward's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-california-employment-law-review-of-food-beverage-industry/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona including Taliesin West, Musical Instrument Museum, and Wrigley Mansion & Geordie's.
Read her stories on these Arizona Attractions: * TALIESIN WEST: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-a-visual-conversation-between-wright-and-chihuly-at-taliesin-west/ * MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/explore-the-world-of-music-at-mim/ * WRIGLEY MANSION: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tour-historic-wrigley-mansion-then-dine-in-style/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features world-renowned bassist Chuck Wright who discusses his new solo project "Chuck Wright's Sheltering Sky." Out now through Cleopatra records, the full album features over 30 guest performers including members of Mr. Big, Skid Row, Tesla, Dream Theater, Janes Addition, Asia, Jefferson Starship, acclaimed solo artists Allen Hinds, Toshi Yanagi, and many others. It covers a wide range of genres, from Jazz Fusion, Prog, Funk to in-your-face Hard Rock.
Chuck Wright has worked alongside everyone from Alice Cooper and Slash to Gregg Allman and Carmine Appice, and has toured the globe as a long-time member of metal giants Quiet Riot. He's involved in seven film scores, and appeared on over 100 worldwide record releases, playing bass and producing albums of various styles, including ambient trance, reggae, rap, country, and rock. Wright is the creator of Ultimate Jam Night, a long-running weekly live music show at the Whisky A Go-Go in Hollywood. More: https://www.chuckwright.com/
Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show features contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick who gives us an update on the development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center (SWRMA) in Silver City, New Mexico.
SWRMA & Art Center is destined to be a cultural jewel for communities within this geographic area and a magnet for art lovers traveling in New Mexico. It will offer exciting educational opportunities and enjoyment in looking at art, studying art, and making art. The Museum’s emphasis in its permanent collection is American Art from 1850 to contemporary times. Invitational exhibitions may include art of other cultures and times. Learn More: https://swrmart.org/
Victoria is based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico and also shares some of the local spring and summer events and activities. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. See her work here: https://victoriachick.com/
Cask & Kettle produces well-crafted hard coffee and cider cocktails in a pod which offers an easy way to prepare and serve a complete hot cocktail. Everyone’s tastes are covered with cozy flavors like Irish Coffee, Mint Patty, Hot Blonde, or Mexican Coffee and Spiked Cider.
Cask & Kettle started thanks to a joke made at an afternoon office meeting in Michigan when co-founders Lucinda Wright and Pete Borozan were in an all-team budget meeting. The group was asked if they would like some coffee and Lucinda quipped only if it included alcohol. That got the creative juices percolating and before long they created a prototype that led to the birth of the company that is now elevating coffee with a variety of spirits for any occasion. On this episode, Lucinda Wright talks about Cask & Kettle's hot cocktails and what it's like to be a woman in leadership in the beverage industry. More at https://caskandkettleusa.com/
This interview was part of Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour Show, which aired live on May 20, 2022 from Bend, Oregon.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Trust in the Food & Beverage Industry. Read her article about how her 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence and Communication) can help boost customer satisfaction and employee loyalty, and provide a positive economic return: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/trust-in-the-food-and-beverage-industry/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Focusing on the heart-healthy benefits of practicing a Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany.
Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
From looking for "lost treasures" to hiking, boating, and festival fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on what to experience in Summer in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Featured guests are Arlene Gould, Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Jason Summerlin, co-owner of the Dark Woods' Lost Treasure Mining Company - see: https://www.darkwoodsmining.com/
Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts” Show aired live from Bend, Oregon and features the fabulous Michelle Tomlinson, an award-winning actor, acting coach, and director. Along with many other fun topics of conversation, hear about her current and upcoming film projects "Edge" and "Portales," both set in her home state of New Mexico. More at http://www.michelletomlinson.net/
Featured music is "Fiction Theatre" by Red Wedding.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features NYC based singer-songwriter Arthur Lamonica and his keyboardist/vocalist wife Kathy Lamonica. Since the 1970s, the songs Arthur's penned and performed, including a CBGB jukebox favorite - The Shirts “Tell Me Your Plans," have inspired countless fans worldwide. Fast-forward to 2022, and his dozen songs on the new album “Days Of Carefree Living” focus on a tight pop rock sound as its title track suggests.
The band with Arthur’s wife Kathy Lamonica as the main contributor in keyboards and vocals, hopes to be back on the road in 2022 with tour dates across the UK and Europe, specifically the Netherlands where Lamonica’s sound continues to gain popularity. More at https://rome56.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer, tour guide, and author Amy Bizzarri chats about her new book "Iconic Hollywood: Dishes, Drinks & Desserts." Los Angeles is a city where film mingles with food. From healthful salads to sweet treats inspired by California's agricultural bounty, the innovative fare mirrors the rise from a sleepy, western outpost to celluloid dream, where food has always played an award-winning role.
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Welcome to the first episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show! Sharing an overview of Bed & Breakfast lodging and travel experiences in New Mexico, this show features NMBBA board members:
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Steve Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque
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Becky O'Conner - Casitas de Gila Guesthouses in Silver City
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Walt Wyss - Four Kachinas Inn and El Farolito B&B in Santa Fe
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Marie Sutro who discusses her latest Kate Barnes mystery novel, "Dark Obsessions."
Troubled but tenacious San Francisco Police Detective Kate Barnes is back in "Dark Obsessions," the much-anticipated follow-up to Marie Sutro’s bestselling and award-winning debut, "Dark Associations." Detective Barnes must overcome her own trauma to rescue a group of innocent victims, without becoming one herself. Peppered with surprising twists and turns, "Dark Obsessions" offers an immersive, fast-paced escape for fans of psychological whodunnits. More at https://www.mariesutro.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Writers Wednesday" show with Books Forward airs every 2nd Wednesday. More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA, Sherrye Wyatt discusses the various park and outdoor adventures one can experience on Whidbey and Camano Islands, as well as their new trail guide and app for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. We also talk about becoming a regenerative and transformational travel destination.
Located in Washington State, Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Airing live from Eugene, Oregon, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Music Monday” Show, features Riot Act guitarist Rick Ventura. Out now through Global Rock Records, Riot Act’s new and debut album “Closer To The Flame” comes with a 12 track bonus CD of classic 1979-1981 Riot tracks recut. These recordings feature the final ever recordings of Lou Kouvaris, who tragically passed away of Covid 19 in early 2020.
Riot Act features former Riot guitarist Rick Ventura, talented lead vocalist Don Chaffin, Paul Ranieri on bass and Claudio Galinski on drums. Ventura was a member of the classic lineup of Riot from 1979-1984. The original Riot was formed in Brooklyn in 1975 by guitarist Mark Reale. They were then and still are a criminally underrated and influential band (Metallica and Iron Maiden have been big fans of Riot for decades) that endured its share of hardships throughout the years, while also attaining a level of success, respect, and a devoted fan base along the way.
More: http://riotactband.com
Focusing on Arizona's Fresh Foodie Trail, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Zoey Shircel of Visit Mesa and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Travel Diva."
Made up of the towns of Gilbert, Mesa, Florence, and Queen Creek, The Fresh Foodie Trail is an Arizona touch-feel-smell culinary education featuring innumerable mouthwatering treats in a 10-stop tour. It's a culinary-themed road trip that takes visitors along freeways and back streets to experience the region's countryside charms. Read Linda's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-fresh-foodie-trail/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday.
From Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to Fort Union National Monument, this episode of Big Blend Radio's First Friday "Toast to The Arts" Show features a reunion conversation with composer Andy Jarema and photographer Stan Honda, both National Parks Arts Foundation artists-in-residence.
Andy Jarema is a music educator, composer, recording artist, and trumpet player. More: https://www.andyjarema.com/
Astrophotographer Stan Honda is an experienced photojournalist who now works with natural landscapes — usually night-time panoramas — that fuse sky and earth. More: https://www.stanhonda.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's month-long artist residences here https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Tina Rice, CEO of the Exeter Chamber of Commerce, joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio to share what there is to experience in Exeter, a gateway community of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, and Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest. Exeter is an agricultural community known for growing citrus and deciduous grapes. It welcomes visitors to explore its charming historic downtown that features over 30 murals, along with restaurants and boutique shops, and various annual events and festivals. More at https://www.exeterchamber.com/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Welcome to the first episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. This new series will air every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET.
From transforming cities to nurturing grapes, serendipity describes the LDV Winery evolution. As professional community and strategic planners, LDV owners Peggy Fiandaca and Curt Dunham made a career assisting clients in creating successful plans. A strong game plan is vital in any industry, but more importantly, success results from responding to possibilities. That life journey of possibilities is what led Fiandaca and Dunham to develop a vineyard in southeastern Arizona that is now producing distinctive, hand-crafted wines. Read Peggy's Success Insider Q&A here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-success-insider-peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Focusing on Military Life, Memorial Day, and special opportunities to Serve Veterans & Deployed Soldiers, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show aired live on May 2, 2022, from Eugene, Oregon, and features guest co-host Mike Guardia, an award-winning military historian and author who has just released his 22nd book, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.”
ON THIS EPISODE - Retired Navy Commander & Veteran Pilot J. Doug Whitney, and his wife Nancy Hunter, discuss Doug’s military career and what it’s like to be a military family in service. - World champion horse trainer Christy Wood discusses her fundraising campaign with The Independence Fund to purchase another all-terrain wheelchair for a wounded veteran - Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, talk about the Inn Support of Our Troops baking for deployed soldiers project with the nonprofit Soldiers’ Angels
Featured music: “Wings of Fire” by guitarist Micha Schellhaas, “Colors of the USA” by Doreen Taylor, and “Song for My Dad” by Jimmy Yessian.
Focusing on Military Life, Memorial Day, and special opportunities to Serve Veterans & Deployed Soldiers, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show airs live from Eugene, Oregon, and features guest co-host Mike Guardia, an award-winning military historian and author who has just released his 22nd book, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.”
ON THIS EPISODE
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Retired Navy Commander & Veteran Pilot J. Doug Whitney, and his wife Nancy Hunter, discuss Doug’s military career and what it’s like to be a military family in service.
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World champion horse trainer Christy Wood discusses her fundraising campaign with The Independence Fund to purchase another all-terrain wheelchair for a wounded veteran
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Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, talk about the Inn Support of Our Troops baking for deployed soldiers project with the nonprofit Soldiers’ Angels
Featured music: “Wings of Fire” by guitarist Micha Schellhaas, “Colors of the USA” by Doreen Taylor, and “Song for My Dad” by Jimmy Yessian.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features photographer Deanne Burch, who talks about her life in Alaska, where she lived about the Arctic circle with her husband Tiger. It’s all documented in her memoir “Journey Through Fire and Ice: Shattered Dreams Above the Arctic Circle.”
At the tender age of 23, a naïve but very much in love Deanne Burch did what all good wives were expected to do in the 1960s: she put the needs of her husband first. She accompanied Tiger to a remote, Inuit (Inupiaq) village in Kivalina, Alaska, where Tiger was conducting research for his Ph.D. To say that the environment and living conditions were harsh would be a considerable understatement. In "Journey Through Fire and Ice," Deanne pours her memories onto paper, immortalizing in vivid detail their experiences on the barrier island 83 miles above the Arctic Circle, including the ways in which the Inupiaq people supported the Burches throughout both exhilarating triumphs and agonizing tragedies. More: http://deanneburch.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features photographer Deanne Burch, who talks about her life in Alaska, where she lived about the Arctic circle with her husband Tiger. It’s all documented in her memoir “Journey Through Fire and Ice: Shattered Dreams Above the Arctic Circle.”
At the tender age of 23, a naïve but very much in love Deanne Burch did what all good wives were expected to do in the 1960s: she put the needs of her husband first. She accompanied Tiger to a remote, Inuit (Inupiaq) village in Kivalina, Alaska, where Tiger was conducting research for his Ph.D. To say that the environment and living conditions were harsh would be a considerable understatement. In "Journey Through Fire and Ice," Deanne pours her memories onto paper, immortalizing in vivid detail their experiences on the barrier island 83 miles above the Arctic Circle, including the ways in which the Inupiaq people supported the Burches throughout both exhilarating triumphs and agonizing tragedies. More: http://deanneburch.com/
In her captivating 2015 New York Times bestseller, "The Shift: One Nurse, Twelve Hours, Four Patients’ Lives," Theresa Brown offered readers an eye-opening glimpse into a full day at her hospital’s cancer ward, providing a compassionate view inside the complex inner workings of our healthcare system and the individual struggles of her patients. Now, Brown has returned with an unprecedented look at this system from the viewpoint of a cancer patient she had never encountered: herself.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, she discusses her new memoir, "HEALING: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient," that shares her intensely personal story and presents an honest – and rare – look at struggling with the illness while navigating the maze of American health care from the unique standpoint of both a patient and a practitioner.
More: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/
In her captivating 2015 New York Times bestseller, "The Shift: One Nurse, Twelve Hours, Four Patients’ Lives," Theresa Brown offered readers an eye-opening glimpse into a full day at her hospital’s cancer ward, providing a compassionate view inside the complex inner workings of our healthcare system and the individual struggles of her patients. Now, Brown has returned with an unprecedented look at this system from the viewpoint of a cancer patient she had never encountered: herself.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, she discusses her new memoir, "HEALING: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient," that shares her intensely personal story and presents an honest – and rare – look at struggling with the illness while navigating the maze of American health care from the unique standpoint of both a patient and a practitioner.
More: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Alice Kaltman, who discusses her latest novel, "Dawg Towne."
The book explores universal themes of love and loss through the deceptively simple lens of suburban life. But is life in the suburbs ever really simple? Over the course of one year in Towne, spouses die, children grow up, affairs begin and end, lies are repeatedly spoken, bad sex happens (good sex, less often), gender is questioned, and dogs go missing. Many dogs. Humorous and canine-centric, "Dawg Towne" is like Peyton Place re-written by Dorothy Parker and your friendly neighborhood veterinarian. And yes, this is a work of fiction. More: https://alicekaltman.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Alice Kaltman, who discusses her latest novel, "Dawg Towne."
The book explores universal themes of love and loss through the deceptively simple lens of suburban life. But is life in the suburbs ever really simple? Over the course of one year in Towne, spouses die, children grow up, affairs begin and end, lies are repeatedly spoken, bad sex happens (good sex, less often), gender is questioned, and dogs go missing. Many dogs. Humorous and canine-centric, "Dawg Towne" is like Peyton Place re-written by Dorothy Parker and your friendly neighborhood veterinarian. And yes, this is a work of fiction. More: https://alicekaltman.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on parts of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Louisiana on the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more and find out about the upcoming 2022 JHA Conference held June 1-4, 2022 in Pittsburg, KS : https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include:
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Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association
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Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, Louisiana
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Chris Wilson - Communications Director of Explore Crawford County, Kansas
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Billy Sumner - Tourism Director of the City of McAlester, Oklahoma
Featured music on the show is "New Orleans" by Jon Roniger
Special thanks to Schoolside Press, publishers of "The Little Man in the Map" Geography Books for Kids.
The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Show airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on parts of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Louisiana on the historic Jefferson Highway. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more and find out about the upcoming 2022 JHA Conference held June 1-4, 2022 in Pittsburg, KS : https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured guests include: - Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association - Arlene Gould - Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, Louisiana - Chris Wilson - Communications Director of Explore Crawford County, Kansas - Billy Sumner - Tourism Director of the City of McAlester, Oklahoma
Featured music on the show is "New Orleans" by Jon Roniger
Special thanks to Schoolside Press, publishers of "The Little Man in the Map" Geography Books for Kids.
The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Show airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.
California recently passed designed to create more diversity on corporate boards of directors. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains how both laws face legal challenges. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/equal-protection-arguments-challenge-california-board-diversity-laws/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
California recently passed designed to create more diversity on corporate boards of directors. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs explains how both laws face legal challenges. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/equal-protection-arguments-challenge-california-board-diversity-laws/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Ponte Vedra, in northeast Florida. Situated between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, this coastal jewel has much to offer visitors, from miles of unobstructed beaches and pristine habitat areas to legendary golf, upscale dining, relaxing spa experiences, and recreation and upscale accommodations. And let’s not forget the warm, sunny climate. Read Debbie's story and see her photos here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/enjoy-laid-back-luxury-and-natural-beauty-in-ponte-vedra/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Ponte Vedra, in northeast Florida.
Situated between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, this coastal jewel has much to offer visitors, from miles of unobstructed beaches and pristine habitat areas to legendary golf, upscale dining, relaxing spa experiences, and recreation and upscale accommodations. And let’s not forget the warm, sunny climate. Read Debbie's story and see her photos here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/enjoy-laid-back-luxury-and-natural-beauty-in-ponte-vedra/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
Featuring guitar virtuoso Harvey Valdes, this interview was part of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show that aired live from Eugene, Oregon, on April 25, 2022.
Harvey Valdes’ new album "Novare: J.S. Bach Lute Works on Electric Guitar" breaks new ground with a fresh, ear-opening interpretation of music for the ages. Out now through Destiny Records, the album features sublime scores long performed by the world’s greatest lutenists and classical guitarists, but these pieces sound more timeless than ever in the hands of Valdes on steel-string electric guitar. More: https://harveyvaldes.net/
Featuring world music fingerstyle guitar master Pierre Bensusan, this interview was part of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show that aired live from Eugene, Oregon, on April 25, 2022.
Award-winning guitarist Pierre Bensusan is currently on tour in North America and Europe with his latest album "Azwan.“ It's primarily a solo instrumental album on which the guitar is conceived as an orchestra, delivering melody, bass, chords and counterpoint in the same space. You can hear his 2020 Big Blend Radio interview about the album here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/guitarist-pierre-bensusan-azwan/
Learn more at https://www.pierrebensusan.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Music Monday” Show airs live from Eugene, Oregon with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests
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World music fingerstyle guitar master Pierre Bensusan who is touring North America and Europe with his latest album “Azwan.”
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Guitar virtuoso Harvey Valdes who has just released his new album, “Novare: J.S. Bach Lute Works on Electric Guitar.”
Featuring mystery writer Kim Hays, author of "Pesticide," this interview was part of Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sundays "Toast to Authors" Show that aired live from Eugene, Oregon, on April 24, 2022.
PESTICIDE: When a rave on a hot summer night erupts into violent riots, a young man is found the next morning bludgeoned to death with a policeman’s club. Seasoned detective Giuliana Linder is assigned to the case. That same day, an elderly organic farmer turns up dead and drenched with pesticide. Enter Giuliana’s younger colleague Renzo Donatelli to investigate the second murder. Guiliana’s disappointment that they’re on two different cases is tinged with relief—her home life is complicated enough without having to deal with the distractingly attractive Renzo. But when an unexpected discovery ties the two victims into a single case, Giuliana and Renzo are thrown closer together than ever before. Dangerously close. More: https://kimhaysbern.com/
Focusing on Cooking and Consciousness, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Shelley Whizin, founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. Shelley is also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”.
More: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/ https://www.whatdoyoubringtothetablebook.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show airs live from Eugene, Oregon with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guest Authors include:
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Kim Hays – Mystery author of “Pesticide: A Polizei Bern Novel”
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Shelley Whizin – Author of “What Do You Bring to the Table?”
Featured music is “Ham & Eggs” by Blind Lemon Pledge and "Witness Protection" by Allison August.
What Difference Can One Person Make? That is a question heard all over the globe. Supporting your local independent businesses doesn’t immediately spring to mind, as a way to save the planet, but if we all made a few changes to our shopping habits and thought a little more about who we used to provide services for our homes and businesses, it could actually make a massive difference.
On This episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England shares how supporting small and local businesses can help protect the environment, build sustainable communities, and benefit the tourism industry. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-difference-can-one-person-make/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
What Difference Can One Person Make? That is a question heard all over the globe. Supporting your local independent businesses doesn’t immediately spring to mind, as a way to save the planet, but if we all made a few changes to our shopping habits and thought a little more about who we used to provide services for our homes and businesses, it could actually make a massive difference.
On This episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England shares how supporting small and local businesses can help protect the environment, build sustainable communities, and benefit the tourism industry. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-difference-can-one-person-make/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
Airing live from Eugene, Oregon, with Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio "Earth Day" Party celebrates Mother Nature and covers Sustainability & Environmental Consciousness, Eco-Tourism, Birds & Wildlife, Music, Gardening, and more!
SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL CONSCIOUSNESS
- Margot Carrera - Nature Photographer
- Adam Roberts – Bethesda Green
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Mike Dunmyer – US Wind, Inc
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Travel Writer Debbie Stone
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Ivan Levin - National Park Trust
INNKEEPERS WHO GARDEN FOR WILDLIFE
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and the Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville
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Bob & Tiffany Bertram - Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast in Hot Springs
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Steve & Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town Bed & Breakfast in Albuquerque
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Bob & Debi Schulman - Miller-Dunham House Bed & Breakfast in Odessa, DE
MUSIC & MUSICIANS
- Wes Charlton - The Future Brigade
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David Joseph – Held By Trees
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Dennis Haklar & Steffie Moonlady
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Singer-songwriter Wally Lawder
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses how the 5 Tenets of Trust work to build trust in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. The 5 Tenets of Trust include: Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Compentence, and Communication. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-five-tenets-of-trust/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Focusing on the heart healthy benefits or travel and also how to travel safely if you have heart disease, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany. Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
With National Travel & Tourism Week coming up on May 1-7, 2022, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, who discuss the travel experience and tourism industry of Louisiana.
Since taking office in 2016, Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and his team have guided the state to record breaking tourism numbers in each of the last 5 consecutive years prior to the pandemic, cut wasteful spending, and upgraded the State Parks with many becoming profitable through public/private partnerships. Under his leadership, the Department of Culture Recreation and Tourism worked non-stop to revive Louisiana's 4th largest industry – tourism – again welcoming 53 million visitors to enjoy Louisiana’s culture, cruise industry, celebrations and culinary excellence. Louisiana remains ranked in the top 10 tourist destination by in polls around the world. More: https://www.crt.state.la.us/lt-governor/ and https://www.louisianatravel.com/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show series that focuses on the travel and event experiences of Natchitoches, the oldest settlement in Louisiana. More: https://natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, British multi award-winning singer, actor and entertainer, Richard Shelton discusses his new album 'An Englishman in Love in LA.' Featuring five original songs, three pop classics and eight celebrated jazz standards, 'An Englishman in Love in LA' is an extensive body of work inspired by Shelton’s decision to begin a new life in Los Angeles.
Shelton’s work is undoubtedly influenced by Frank Sinatra, with whom he has an uncanny award-winning dramatic relationship, having portrayed the icon on stages across the world in the critically acclaimed productions ‘Rat Pack Confidential’ in London’s West End, ‘Sinatra & Me’ and more recently, ‘Sinatra RAW’.
‘An Englishman in Love in LA’ was recorded at Capitol Studios, the iconic LA hot spot famous for producing some of Frank Sinatra’s greatest work, not to mention a whole host of other legendary artists. Teaming up with renowned producers Sean Hargreaves and Alex Frank, Shelton collaborated on arrangements which range from extensive orchestral works, to a core 10-piece all-star band which includes Chuck Berghofer, Frank Sinatra’s bass player and member of the legendary session musicians known as ‘The Wrecking Crew’, Mike Lang – legendary pianist who played at Sinatra’s Los Angeles retirement concert in 1971 and performed the theme to ‘The Way We Were’ with Barbra Streisand, Gregg Field, Sinatra’s drummer and multiple Grammy winning musician Wayne Bergeron, one of LA’s most sought after trumpet players.
‘An Englishman in Love in LA’ paints a heart-warming picture about pursuing one's dreams. The album is proof that trusting your instincts can sometimes work wonders. More: https://richardshelton.co.uk/
Covering visual art, music, and more, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts Show” airs live from Seattle, Washington.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the life and artwork of artist Margaret Jordan Patterson
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Singer-songwriter Peggy James discusses her new single “Isn’t Anybody Coming?”
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Hear about the craft of Pysanky, Ukrainian Easter Eggs with Nicole Holcombe
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Plus we'll play the song "Big Door" Colin Edwin, Jon Durant, Inna Kovtun
This episode of Big Blend Radio goes behind the scenes of the equestrian world with Christy Wood, a World Champion horse trainer, carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations, and author of “Your Best Horse Show: A Guide for Managers and Exhibitors” and “Ranger: The Little Horse with a Big Heart.” Christy is also the owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California, where she offers riding instruction and trail rides in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada’s.
Read her answers to our 10 "Equestrian Expert Insider" Questions here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/christy-wood-equestrian-success-insider/
Airing live from Seattle, Washington, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith and special guest co-host nature photographer Margot Carrera, this Big Blend Radio Garden Gossip Show focuses celebrates National Gardening Day, and, gardening everyday.
Featured Guests:
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Danish garden designer Claus Dalby who shares his signature container gardening style in his new book, “Containers in the Garden.”
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Horticutural therapist and master gardener Erik Keller who shares how plants can revitalize your spirit in his new book “A Therapist's Garden.”
Featured music: “Lotus Blossom” and “Orchids & Waterfalls” by Michael & Spider.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward, internationally recognized psychiatrist Dr. Jess Wright discusses his WWII-era novel "A Stream to Follow" that tells the story of a battlefront surgeon’s path to recovering from war-related trauma. Plunging deep into the crucible of trauma, it’s an uplifting tale of valor, resilience, and the search for enduring love. This thrilling and heartwarming book releases on April 19, 2022 through SparkPress. More: https://jesswrightmd.com/
More about Books Forward at https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Kevin Costello and Dave DeGolyer from Explore Steuben, who share what to experience in Corning and Steuben County, up in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Between the extraordinary landscape and outdoor adventures, the charming small towns, the variety and affordability of activities, the accessibility of the region, the first-rate culinary options, world-renowned art, and the laid-back, unpretentious vibe that distinguishes the region’s personality, it’s difficult to find anywhere quite like Steuben County. More: https://www.corningfingerlakes.com/
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Focusing on digital strategy for effective marketing and branding, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express Business & Career Show features Doyle Buehler, author of the Amazon best-selling book, "#Breakthrough - Unleash Your Remarkable Brand Value, Influence & Authority.”
Keep up with Doyle at http://dept.digital/ and visit https://bit.ly/SDScore to take the "Psychology of Strategy Assessment" to find your strategic thinking style and to get a free copy of his book!
From South Carolina to Southern Florida, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her park adventures in Congaree, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas National Parks.
Read Debbie's stories about each park here:
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Congaree NP: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-wild-heart-of-south-carolina-beats-strong-in-congaree-national-park/
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Biscayne NP: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/discover-an-aquatic-wonderland-at-biscayne-national-park/
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Dry Tortugas NP: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/treasures-abound-at-floridas-dry-tortugas-national-park/
This second episode of Big Blend Radio's "Walks Far Man" series with author Jim Ostdick gives an overview of his latest book, “Walks Far Man: In Step with History on the Pacific Crest Trail” and focuses on the cultural history of the Pacific Crest Trail from Campo to Kennedy Meadows, California. A long-distance hiker and cyclist, Jim is also the author of “Palomino and the Dream Machine: A Retired Dude's Bicycle Tour Around the Lower Forty-Eight United States,” and “Palomino Nation: My 2016 Crazyass Walk Across America”. More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/walks-far-man-in-step-with-history-on-the-pacific-crest-trail/
Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer Debra Schroeder shares tips on getting free flights and hotel rooms. Check out her story that covers airline and hotel rewards programs, travel rewards credit cards, and partner programs, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/5-easy-ways-to-get-free-flights-and-hotel-rooms/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
From waterfalls to wildlife sightings, hiking trails to historic sites, programs and park attractions, public affairs officer Sintia Kawasaki-Yee shares what there is to experience this spring and summer in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks in central California.
Learn more about the parks at https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm and plan your California Sequoia Country adventure at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This interview is part of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show series with the Sequoia Tourism Council.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Julian Mann, author of "Madam Vice President." Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Julian Mann is a lifelong student of constitutional law. As an academic, lawyer, and judge he marvels at the wisdom locked within the United States Constitution.
"Madam Vice President" was written in response to a deep concern arising out of the twenty fifth amendment and the office of acting president. Although Mann has written a number of articles for scholarly publications, he chose a different medium to express this concern and to reach a more diverse audience. He dedicates "Madam Vice President" to the liberties preserved in our constitution.
Airing live from Ilwaco, Washington, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Toast to The Arts” Show features legendary country rockers, The North Star Band, who have just released their new album “Then & Now.” Bringing blazing guitars, searing pedal steel, a pounding beat of thunder, and three-part howling harmonies to drive hearts into an eighty-beats-a-minute ecstasy of fun, these guys have kept the fire burning.
Led by rhythm guitarist Al Johnson, a wayward vagabond of Georgetown Law, and two-time Grammy Award winner (nine nominations), bassist Jim Robeson, along with east coast guitar phenom Gantt Mann Kushner, the wizardry of Jay Jessup’s sweet pedal steel (plus mandolin, electric guitar, and banjo), Lou Hager’s soulful honky tonk piano, and Dave Besley’s thumping bass riffs, their music is driven home by the insane poundings of Paul Goldstein’s flawless beat. The North Star Band returns our hearts and souls to the epicenter of a place that was once known as Kick-Ass Country!
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who discusses his new book, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” This book features a collection of eighteen true stories from veterans who served on the frontlines in World War II...on land, on sea, and in the air.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book release before “The Combat Diaries” is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." More at https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday.
Featured music on this episode is "Beneath a Somber Sky" by The Gunboat Diplomats.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Anniversary Show airs live from Ilwaco, Washington, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith who publish Big Blend Magazines, and travel full-time on the Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Alice Austin - Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who will release her tantalizing new album “Goodnight Euphoria” on April 22, 2022.
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Angela Laws - Global pet sitter and community manager for TrustedHousesitters.com, the world's most trusted house and pet sitting network.
Leading market trends indicate that what consumers want in 2022 is, “… food that’s good on their taste buds, good for their health, and good for the planet.” This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on produce and product trends for 2022 with Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article and check out the Melissa's produce recipe for Hasselback Dutch Yellow® Potatoes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/produce-trends-and-new-products-for-2022/
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday.
From Death Valley to Gettysburg, this episode of Big Blend Radio's First Friday "Toast to The Arts" Show features a reunion conversation with photographers Cody Brothers and Jim Schlett, both National Parks Arts Foundation artists-in-residence.
Check out our initial Big Blend Radio interviews with Jim and Cody:
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CODY BROTHERS: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/photographer-cody-brothers-in-death-valley/
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JIM SCHLETT: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/photographer-jim-schlett-national-parks-artist-in-residence-success-insider/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's month-long artist residences here https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
To raise funds for cancer research, cyclist John Tarlton entered one of the most grueling ultra-endurance events in the world: Race Across America (RAAM). Riders travel almost non-stop from coast to coast—through searing desert and over mountain ranges—in a brutally taxing challenge, 30% longer than the Tour de France and accomplished in half the time. With his family and friends serving as support crew, together they embark on a 12-day odyssey that puts all of their limits to the test.
Airing live from Seattle, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life” Show features John Tarlton and his wife Jenny Dearborn who discuss their documentary, “Until The Wheels Come Off.” Releasing on VOD on April 5, 2022, the film follows John as he enters his second Race Across America. More at https://untilthewheelscomeoffmovie.com/
Featured music on this episode is “Tale of the Vibe Rider” from the album “20/20” by The Walk-A-Bout. https://www.walkaboutband.com/2020
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the historic Jefferson Highway and features Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association, and board director Arlene Gould, Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau in Louisiana. Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. More: https://jeffersonhighway.org/
Featured music is "House of the Rising Sun" from the album "Never Trust the Living" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys - https://johnnymastro.com/
Stay tuned for our new monthly Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Show airing every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History Show features Charles Oldham, attorney and award-winning author of "The Senator's Son." Hear about his new book "Ship of Blood" that shares the true crime story that focuses on an October night in 1905, when a horrifying scene was found on a wooden vessel off the coast of Cape Fear, North Carolina. More: https://beachglassbooks.com/books/shipofblood
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed author and historian Dr. Megan Kate Nelson, who discusses her latest book, "SAVING YELLOWSTONE: Exploration and Preservation in Reconstruction America." Each year, nearly four million people visit Yellowstone National Park—one of the most popular of all national parks—but few know the fascinating and complex historical context in which it was established. SAVING YELLOWSTONE shines a light on the creation of our first national park and the tensions of the era that lead to a weaken of the Native population. More: http://www.megankatenelson.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Ariane Torres, who discusses her new novel, "We Are The Kings." The strength and resilience of women shines in this author's debut novel. With themes of feminism, domestic space, and women's invisibility, this story delivers headstrong, driven characters that carry readers through the bonds between women. It shows how women rely on each other through trauma, grief, joy, and the journey to find themselves from childhood to adulthood. More: https://www.arianetorres.com/
Focusing on Thomas Paine's history between England and America, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Way Back When History Show features Glynn Burrows, family history expert and owner Norfolk Tours. Thomas Paine was an English-born American political activist, philosopher, political theorist, and revolutionary. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/thomas-paine-from-england-to-america-and-back/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio, every fourth Saturday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Mike Dunmyer, Delaware Development Manager of US Wind, who explains how offshore wind – or other renewable energy – can help move the country away from fossil fuels.
US Wind was founded in 2011 and has established itself as Maryland’s leader in offshore wind development. In 2014, US Wind acquired an 80,000-acre federal Lease area off the coast of Maryland, which has the potential to generate more than 1,500 MW in offshore wind power. In 2017, Maryland approved the company’s 300 MW MarWin project and, in 2021, the state approved the 808 MW Momentum Wind project. More: https://uswindinc.com/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features blues/rock singer and songwriter Deborah Bonham (the sister of the late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham). Deborah and her husband guitarist/songwriter Peter Bullick, along with their band and special guests, have recorded a new 13-track self-titled "Bonham-Bullick" covers album which is an inspiring blend of blues, rock, and a bit of soul. The album will be released on Quarto Valley Records (QVR) on April 29, 2022. More: https://www.deborahbonham.com/
Special thanks to Norfolk Tours in England - https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs discusses California's various employment laws that landscape and construction companies should know about including Minimum Wage, Independent Contractors vs Employees, Pay Stubs, Paid Sick Leave, California Family Rights Act, and Piece-Rate Compensation, and more. Read Ward's article outlining California's new employment laws for 2022: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-2022-california-employment-laws/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Virginia Beach. This lovely, coastal Virginia community not only has wonderful, white sand beaches, but also plenty of parks, museums, and other cultural attractions, historical sites, and a vibrant culinary and arts scene. Read Debbie's story and see her photos here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/virginia-beach-is-much-more-than-your-run-of-the-mill-beach-town/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features guitarist Greg Martin, co-founder of the Grammy-winning band The Kentucky Headhunters. Hear about his guitar collection, the band's backstory, and their new album "That's a Fact, Jack!"
The Kentucky Headhunters' kick-ass blend of Southern rock, country rock, rock ‘n’ roll and the blues have earned them worldwide critical and audience acclaim for over 35 years and counting. Featuring their usual heady mix of Southern-fried rock with a dash of blues and a bit of country, "That’s a Fact, Jack!" was released on their own label, Practice House Records. More: http://www.kentuckyheadhunters.net/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Garden Gossip Show features CaliKim, who discusses her brand new book "The First-Time Gardener: Raised Bed Gardening" (Cool Springs Press). A follow up to her popular book "Organic Gardening for Everyone", it's the perfect guide for newbie growers, offering advice on everything from selecting the best raised bed for the available space and filling it with healthy soil, to planting plans and plant-care tips. More: https://calikimgardenandhome.com/
Special thanks nature photographer Margot Carrera: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, Victoria Chick, a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector, discusses the life and career of artist and actor Kyra Markham. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-career-of-artist-kyra-markham/
A long-time contributor to Big Blend Magazines and guest expert on Big Blend Radio, you can catch new episodes with Victoria every third Saturday. More: https://victoriachick.com/
Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, guitarist/composer Alex Anthony Faide has a decades-long international reputation for being the secret weapon in rock recordings, arrangements, and stage productions in Europe and Latin America. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, he discusses his music and long-awaited solo record – “Particles of the Infinite” – a display of guitar pyrotechnics in nine parts, that releases on March 18, 2022, on Trey Gunn’s label 7d Media.
Inspired by and developed from concepts found in songs such as King Crimson’s “Fracture” and “Lark’s Tongues in Aspic,” Faide takes the work beyond the stratosphere into the mirror dimension to find something completely his own. In the words of his mentor Robert Fripp, “AAF plays my guitar parts better than I do.” More at: https://alexanthonyfaide.bandcamp.com/album/particles-of-the-infinite
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Bridges and Trust. Read Lea's article "Kipling, Bridges, and a Promise" here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/kipling-bridges-and-a-promise/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Focusing on her journey to become a cardiologist, especially as a woman, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Natchitoches is also part of what is know as the "No Man's Land" (the Neutral Strip) region from the area’s brief stint as an official buffer zone between Spain and the United States following the Louisiana Purchase.
Featuring Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show covers the cultural history, historic sites, events and activities you can experience in Louisiana's No Man's Land. More a https://www.visitnomansland.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Emmy-winning filmmaker Joe Gantz who discusses his new documentary "The Race to Save the World," a climate change film like no other. Instead of focusing on paralyzing facts and numbers, this inspiring feature takes a unique approach by following passionate activists, ages 15-72, who are in the trenches fighting for a livable future. These brave climate warriors put their lives on the line to push for change, regardless of the personal cost. Out on VOD on March 15, 2022, "The Race To Save The World" is an inspiring and energizing call-to-action to quit waiting on the sidelines and make our voices heard. More: https://www.theracetosavetheworld.com/
Joe Gantz is the Emmy-winning producer of "American Winter" and "Ending Disease," and filmmaker of the Emmy Award-winning HBO documentary series, “Taxicab Confessions.”
Big Blend Radio is hosted by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team behind the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of the various digital Big Blend Magazines. This episode features special guest cohost Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer - see: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Music on this episode is "We Are The Many" by Makana: https://www.makanamusic.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features D. A. Galloway, historical fiction author of the award-winning novel "Burning Ground," an immersive tale of the Yellowstone Expedition that shares the story behind the founding of the world's first National Park. More: https://dagalloway.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Imagine if you found the perfect mentor before you actually started work? Now imagine you could ask her anything. “The Epic Mentor Guide” (Forefront Books / Simon & Schuster, March 15, 2022) matches questions from girls eyeing and entering the workforce with answers from 180 boss women already there.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features Illana Raia, a Forbes Next 1000 entrepreneur and the founder of Etre, a mentorship program for girls. Hear about her new book "The Epic Mentor Guide" that shares never-before-seen work/life advice from Tyra Banks, Haben Girma, Hoda Kotb, Rebecca Minkoff, and more as they respond directly to the girls questions, creating a Holy Grail guide for all young women eyeing and entering the workforce. More: https://www.etregirls.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer and author Norm Bour discusses his new book “COVID Stories: Positive Lessons that Started Very, Very Badly…” The book profiles 19 writers (The COVID19 Collective) from across the country and around the world, as they share how the pandemic actually helped them. More: https://asknormb.wixsite.com/covidstories
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Kristine Ochu, author of "Campfire Confessions" (Booksfluent). The story focuses three childhood best friends - Annie, Sondra, and Jo – who reunite for on an adventure that is equal parts hilarious, dangerous, and enlightening. Of course, when best friends get together….those deep secrets find a way of coming out... More at: https://www.kristineochu.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday Books & Authors show with Books Forward features Kevin Moore, author of "The Book of Souls" (Books Fluent). True events inspired this compelling paranormal thriller that uses afterlife communication to bridge life and death as 40-something Jack Kelly travels into his 13-year-old self with the sudden ability to interact with the dead and fight demons. More: https://kevinmoorepublishing.com/
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show celebrates Women in the World of Travel Writing.
Recorded in January 2022, this panel discussion features travel writer members of the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA):
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Linda Kissam - http://allingoodtaste.info/
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Sharon K. Kurtz - http://sharonkkurtz.com/
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Marie Goff - https://www.travelnotesandstorytelling.com/
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Betsi Hill - https://betsiworld.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Focusing on the history of Prisoner-of-War (POW) Camps during WWII and Vietnam, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia.
Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." More at https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday.
Airing live from Anacortes, Washington, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Champagne Sundays Anniversary Show is in honor of International Women’s Day (March 8) and Women’s History Month (March).
Featured Guests: Glynn Burrows – Norfolk Tours in England; Mike Guardia – Military History Author; Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect”; Travel Writer & Author Linda Ballou; Lance Laber – DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun; Shelley Whizin - Soul Diving Institute; Singer-songwriter Lisa Sniderman “Aoede”; Nature Photographer Margot Carrera; Cookbook Author Ruth Milstein; Guitarist Jon Durant; Employment Attorney Ward Heinrichs.
Plus, hear Steve Schneickert’s Hollywood History segment covering Women Activists.
To purchase the music by Edwin-Durant-Kovtun that 100% benefits the British Red Cross Ukrainian Fund, visit https://aeappeal.bandcamp.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Jane Richards, who along with her sister Claire Davies, owns Eight at the Gate Winery in South Australia. Eight at the Gate vineyards are located on the famous Limestone Coast, specifically the Wrattonbully area. This is home to some of the most sought after grapes in the world. Think rich red soils, ocean breezes and luminous sun. It also supports many large and boutique wineries, with Cab, Char and Shiraz being the most successfully produced grapes. Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/eight-at-the-gate-australian-wines/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for another Big Blend Radio Anniversary Party airing live from Anacortes, Washington with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith. This show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour, and over 6 years of hosting the 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks” Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF).
This episode features a reunion conversation with NPAF Park Artists-in-Residence:
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Landscape oil painter Dawn Waters
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Environmental artist Patricia Cummins.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel Tulare County" Show, Manuel and Olga Jimenez give an overview of Woodlake Botanical Garden, located in California's Sequoia Country.
Maintained by Manuel & Olga Jimenez and Woodlake Pride youth volunteers, Woodlake Botanical Garden showcases San Joaquin Valley’s agricultural bounty with fruit trees, row crops, and vegetable patches, along with ornamental shrubs, roses, and flower beds. It is wheelchair accessible, and right next to Bravo Lake and the Woodlake Rose Garden. Follow the Garden on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoodlakeBotanicalGardens
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sunday show aired live from Anacortes, Washington, and features singer/songwriter Tracey Coryell, wife of late guitar legend Larry Coryell, who has just released her new dance-rock single SWORDS!
Songwriting is the creative outlet for Tracey Coryell’s expression of the divine and her personal therapeutic journey both inspired by celebrating the peaks and valleys of the human experience with an ever tethered Soul to Spirit...
The thirty year career of this singer/songwriter/recording artist has afforded her the opportunity to record with Grammy Award winning producers in Philadelphia, PA (Al Alberts Jr, Sound Spa Studios) & Miami, FL (Ron and Howard Alberts, AudioVision Studios) and perform with such greats as her late husband, renowned jazz guitarist Larry Coryell, guitarist Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane), acclaimed jazz/rock drummer Alphonse Mouzon and the legendary Les Paul. Her children’s song-book “Tilikum’s Dream” was published by Eifrig Publishing in 2015 and she is a two-time recipient of the ‘Best Love Song’ award from the Songwriter’s Showcase of America (SSA). Two previous albums include, “Traceyland’s Emotional Roller-Coaster” (2002) and the album “Eleven:11” (2016). Coryell’s latest full-length album, “RaVel” dedicated to her late husband Larry Coryell, released in December of 2019 and features a ten-song collection of emotionally charged, heartfelt compositions delivered with her earthy, sultry, compelling vocals exploring and fusing the styles of pop, rock and countrypolitan.
More: https://traceyland.com/
Broadcasting live from Anacortes, Washington, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sunday show features singer/songwriter Tracey Coryell, wife of late guitar legend Larry Coryell, who has just released her new dance-rock single SWORDS!
Songwriting is the creative outlet for Tracey Coryell’s expression of the divine and her personal therapeutic journey both inspired by celebrating the peaks and valleys of the human experience with an ever tethered Soul to Spirit...
The thirty year career of this singer/songwriter/recording artist has afforded her the opportunity to record with Grammy Award winning producers in Philadelphia, PA (Al Alberts Jr, Sound Spa Studios) & Miami, FL (Ron and Howard Alberts, AudioVision Studios) and perform with such greats as her late husband, renowned jazz guitarist Larry Coryell, guitarist Jorma Kaukonen (Jefferson Airplane), acclaimed jazz/rock drummer Alphonse Mouzon and the legendary Les Paul. Her children’s song-book “Tilikum’s Dream” was published by Eifrig Publishing in 2015 and she is a two-time recipient of the ‘Best Love Song’ award from the Songwriter’s Showcase of America (SSA). Two previous albums include, “Traceyland’s Emotional Roller-Coaster” (2002) and the album “Eleven:11” (2016). Coryell’s latest full-length album, “RaVel” dedicated to her late husband Larry Coryell, released in December of 2019 and features a ten-song collection of emotionally charged, heartfelt compositions delivered with her earthy, sultry, compelling vocals exploring and fusing the styles of pop, rock and countrypolitan.
Focusing on Spring in Norfolk, England, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station travel show features Glynn Burrows, owner Norfolk Tours. Enjoy spring flowers, bird watching, stately homes and gorgeous gardens, castles and historic churches, ruins, and more. read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-in-england/
Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio, every fourth Saturday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Adam Roberts, Executive Director of Bethesda Green.
Located in Bethesda, Maryland, Bethesda Green in a non-profit organization that actively works to address environmental challenges locally by creating a sustainable, green community, built collaboratively through citizen engagement, environmental education, government partnership and innovative business development. More: http://www.bethesdagreen.org/
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life show features author and psychotherapist P. Shavaun Scott, who discusses her latest book “The Minds of Mass Killers: Understanding and Interrupting the Pathway to Violence”.
Public mass killings are becoming more common – and each incident affects the public’s sense of safety, especially as myths circulate about mass murderers and their behavior. “The Minds of Mass Killers" draws on psychotherapist P. Shavaun Scott’s 30 years of treatment experience in criminal psychology to clarify the realities of mass killings, using psychological forensic research to provide a foundation for understanding the “pathway to violence” identified in the personal histories of many mass murderers. Drawing from criminology, neuroscience and developmental and social psychology, Scott makes the case that we are all capable of creating a safer society. More: https://www.pshavaunscott.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs discusses California's AB 257, the FAST Recovery Act, which would provide fast-food workers with sector-wide representation. An 11-member council, appointed by the California Governor, would promulgate minimum standards for health, safety, working conditions, training, and wages for the entire fast-food industry. Read Ward's article about AB257 here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fast-recovery-act-fast-food-workers-may-get-labor-representation/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her adventures in Astoria, Oregon. This Columbia River port town, where grit meets hip, has often been referred to as “Hollywood North.” As to why Astoria is sought after by everyone from Steven Spielberg to Arnold Schwarzenegger, the answer is obvious as you explore this jewel of a destination.
Astoria is picturesque from all angles. It’s surrounded by forests, overlooks the Columbia River, and is a stone’s throw away from the ocean. Quaint Victorian homes dot the town’s steep hillside, while the Downtown Historic District has numerous buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. The city’s roots are deep, as it was founded in 1811, and has the claim of being the first permanent U.S. settlement on the Pacific Coast. Additionally, it was formerly the salmon and tuna canneries’ capital of the world. Read Debbie's story and see her photos here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/astoria-is-a-northwest-gem/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features musician David Joseph, who talks about his new instrumental project "Held By Trees" that includes some of the most respected musicians in the British rock fraternity. Sitting between post-rock and prog, their debut album, ‘Solace’, will be released in April 2022.
Boasting seven veterans of the seminal latter Talk Talk and Mark Hollis solo albums, other contributors include Tim Renwick (Guitar – Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Eric Clapton), Mike Smith (Sax – Blur, Damon Albarn, Gorillaz), David Knopfler (Guitar – Dire Straits founding member), Gary Alesbrook (Trumpet – Noel Gallagher, Kasabian, Super Furry Animals) as well as parts from blues/roots legend, Eric Bibb, Dutch rising-star, Just, and ambient composer, Unknown Replica.
‘Solace’ is a work that revels in the natural world. At once both melancholic and hopeful, the album is purposefully full of space, tension and release, and music that demands patient listening. The project celebrates nature, not just through the music and artwork (including a motif from Talk Talk’s artistic partner, James Marsh), but by partnering with Play It Green, a real tree is planted for each album sold. More: https://mellotone.net/collections/held-by-trees
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features debut author Julia Brewer Daily who discuss her award-winning novel, "No Names To Be Given," that delves into the shocking history of a mid-1900s maternity home.
Would you be able to give up your first-born to strangers? Told from the perspective of three different women in the 1960s, "No Names To Be Given," delves into the lives of three young women forced to do just that. The heartbreaking but uplifting debut novel is a story that chronicles the desperate push and pull between family and redemption. More: https://www.juliadaily.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick discusses the history of agriculture being portrayed in various art forms. See her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/agriculture-as-an-art-subject/
A long-time contributor to Big Blend Magazines and guest expert on Big Blend Radio, you can catch new episodes with Victoria every third Saturday.
Image: Très riches heures du Duc de Berry - Limbourg Brothers
Focusing on her new album THE PARADE, this episode of Big Blend Radio features singer, songwriter, and guitarist Peggy James, and musician/producer Jim Eannelli. "The Parade" is an album of quiet strength, fervent hope and unshakeable faith. Peggy's sixth album, is a “best-of” and a “what’s new?” featuring five new recordings of favorite songs from her earlier albums and six new songs written in 2021. Like her previous albums, many influences can be heard yet "The Parade" refuses to be easily categorized. And yet, "The Parade" is rooted above all in the ballad and storytelling traditions of American country music.
More info & purchase: https://www.facebook.com/PeggyJamesMusician
CD: https://www.ebay.com/itm/185234362143
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LLWPYGC
iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-parade/1594811429
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses Lies and Trust. Read Lea's blog post on the topic, here: https://leabrovedani.com/2021/11/what-most-people-lie-about/
Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Focusing on Positive Lifestyle Changes for Good Heart Health, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
From forest hikes and wildflowers to special events and festivals, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on what to experience in Spring in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Rodney Harrington, organizer of the Natchitoches Jazz / R&B Festival. Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features lawyer turned author Adrian Spratt who discusses his writing and new novel, “Caroline,” that's out on Feb 15, 2022, through Books Fluent.
In 1980s New York City, young lawyer Nick Coleman meets free spirit Caroline Sedlak in an evening fiction writing course. Nick realizes that a darker past lurks beneath her happy-go-lucky exterior, but he struggles with demons of his own: as a blind lawyer launching his career prior to the Americans with Disabilities Act, he struggles to prove himself at a law office that handles appeals for indigent convicted felons. Nick’s practical, goal-driven approach to life balances Caroline’s quixotic nature, and their friendship soon deepens into something more. But as the two become closer, Nick must choose between the life he thought he wanted, and the woman he can’t bring himself to admit he loves. More: https://adrianspratt.com/
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for another Big Blend Radio Champagne Sunday Party airing live from Lubbock, Texas, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith. This show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Elysse Wagner - Campaign Strategist and Publicist at Books Forward
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Bay Area Rock Songstress Anna Karney
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Hollywood History Podcaster & Performer Steve Schneickert
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author / TV writer Joshua Senter, who discusses his latest novel "Still the Night Call." Out now, the novel was named BEST INDIE BOOK OF 2021 by Kirkus Reviews.
Joshua Senter was born and raised in the Missouri Ozarks on his family’s farm. After two decades in LA working on Emmy-nominated shows like Desperate Housewives and The L Word, Senter has returned to the setting of his childhood to explore timely topics. In his sophomore novel, "Still the Night Call" Senter delves into the mind of introverted dairy farmer, Calem Dewayne Honeycutt, and the deep-seeded depression he struggles with. Tackling intense themes such as suicide rates in men (particularly farmers) and political radicalization, this thought-provoking novel will leave readers grappling with the concepts of social and economic divides in America. More: https://www.joshuasenter.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer Jo Clark gives an overview of Natural North Florida. This region is home to numerous springs, fresh and saltwater paddling trails, forests and wildlife refuges, state parks and gardens, hiking and biking trails, a historic highway, historic lodging destinations, wineries, and more. Read Jo's Natural North Florida story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/natural-north-florida-my-days-as-a-blogger/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Emmy-nominated filmmaker Mitchell Stuart who discusses his feature-length documentary, "Worst to First: The True Story of Z100 New York." Capturing the times, personalities and music of the era, WORST TO FIRST portrays the ultimate David and Goliath story that built the foundation for the world’s biggest radio station and the people behind the legacy that endures and continues to grow, reaching eight-digit audiences daily, and continuing to influence the face of media and entertainment.
Out on VOD and Cable in Feb. 11, 2022, the cast features: Scott Shannon, Elvis Duran, Jon Bon Jovi, Nile Rodgers, Clive Davis, Debbie Gibson, Joan Jett, Taylor Dayne, Tony Orlando, Joe Piscopo, “Magic” Matthew Alan, “Professor” Jonathan B. Bell, Anita Bonita, Ross Brittain, Pete Cosenza, Michael Ellis, Gavin DeGraw, Cathy Donovan, Gary Fisher, Frank Foti, Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton, David Hinckley, Donnie lenner, Jim Kerr, Steve Kingston, Ken Lane, Kenny Laguna, Jimi LaLumia, Tom Poleman, Geraldo Rivera, Trish Hunter Shannon, Patty Steele, Claire Stevens, Mitchell Stuart, John Sykes, and Jim Wood. More: https://gunpowdersky.com/
Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday Books & Authors show with Books Forward features debut author Cathy A. Lewis. Hear about her historical fiction novel “The Road We Took: Four Days in Germany 1933” that looks into Hitler’s deadly plans nine years before the start of World War II and the Holocaust. The book comes out 0n Feb 15, 2022. https://www.cathyalewis.com.
More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show features TJ Holmes & Ashley Cates of Travel Medford in Oregon's Rogue Valley. From Wine Tasting to Crater Lake National Park, Festivals, Agricultural Destinations, Outdoor Recreation, and Sports, hear what there is to experience in Medford and the Rogue Valley this spring and early summer. More: https://www.travelmedford.org/
Thank you International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Focusing on military career and presidential legacy of Dwight David "Ike" Eisenhower, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. Along with many other books such as "American Armor in the Pacific," Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman. More at https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mike-guardia/
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, which aired live on Feb 6, 2022 from Celina, Texas. Special guest is keyboardist/vocalist Bill Jenkins, founder of Vast Conduit prog rock ensemble, who will discuss their debut album “Always Be There,” that releases on Feb. 16, 2022.
“Always Be There” is dedicated to the notion of doing whatever we can to build and cherish all parent/child relationships, regardless of circumstance. There are so many different ways these can suffer – death, divorce, illness, self-centeredness, etc. – yet they are so vital to our happiness and well-being. Every moment we have to support each other and make each other’s lives better is precious. Band Members include: Bill Jenkins (Enchant, Thought Chamber), guitarist Michael Harris (Arch Rival, Thought Chamber, Darkology, Michael Harris Tranz-Fusion), drummer Will Jenkins (Ghost and the City, Great Wall), bassist Jeff Plant (Thought Chamber), and violinist Jim Hurley who has performed with the likes of Blackmore, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Ancient Future, Queen Ida’s Grammy-winning Bon Temps Zydeco Band and many more, and vocalist Friel.
Guest artists include Tom Abraira, Bert Lams, Manon Roem, and Betsy Walter. More at https://www.vastconduit.com/ Pre-release is available here: https://vastconduit.bandcamp.com/releases
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, airing live from Celina Texas. Special guest is keyboardist/vocalist Bill Jenkins, founder of Vast Conduit prog rock ensemble, who will discuss their debut album “Always Be There,” that releases on Feb. 16, 2022.
“Always Be There” is dedicated to the notion of doing whatever we can to build and cherish all parent/child relationships, regardless of circumstance. There are so many different ways these can suffer – death, divorce, illness, self-centeredness, etc. – yet they are so vital to our happiness and well-being. Every moment we have to support each other and make each other’s lives better is precious.
Band Members include: Bill Jenkins (Enchant, Thought Chamber), guitarist Michael Harris (Arch Rival, Thought Chamber, Darkology, Michael Harris Tranz-Fusion), drummer Will Jenkins (Ghost and the City, Great Wall), bassist Jeff Plant (Thought Chamber), and violinist Jim Hurley who has performed with the likes of Blackmore, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Ancient Future, Queen Ida’s Grammy-winning Bon Temps Zydeco Band and many more, and vocalist Friel. Guest artists include Tom Abraira, Bert Lams, Manon Roem, and Betsy Walter.
More at https://www.vastconduit.com/
Pre-release is available here: https://vastconduit.bandcamp.com/releases
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Perry Rea, co-founder of Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona's first olive mill and farm. While they produce a boutique hand-crafted extra virgin olive oil using 9 varieties of olives, their passion is creating a great experience for their guests. The gourmet marketplace is a treasure of local foods, unique gifts and farm-casual dining. Stroll the olive grove, tour the mill and relax with a glass of wine in hand under an olive tree.
Read Linda's story about her visit and check our Perry's recipe for Spaghetti all’Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-queen-creek-olive-mill/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
Ian Kuali’i is a multi-disciplinary self-taught artist of Hawaiian/Apache ancestry working in the forms of murals, large-scale hand cut paper and site-specific installations. Ian fluidly merges urban contemporary art with his indigenous ancestral iconography and history, drawing from the natural world, politics and themes of urban decay. Ian joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show to talk about his art and share his experience of being the Winter 2022 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Keep up with Ian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iankualii
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Dinuba, a rural community and gateway destination to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Located in Tulare County in Central California, Dinuba has a charming historic downtown and is surrounded by mountain vistas, orchards, and vineyards, and is home to Ridge Creek Golf Course. Featured guest is Heathe Jones, CEO/President of Dinuba Chamber of Commerce. More: https://www.dinubachamber.com/
This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features blues guitarist Brandon Teskey who talks about his music and second solo album "Screaming Into The Void." An eclectic array of blues, rock, fusion, jazz, psychedelic, and alternative music flows throughout the album with surprising twists and turns.
Brandon Teskey is known most notably as the guitar player and songwriter of the blues rock band, Until the Sun. His music includes and often fuses elements of Blues, Fusion, Alternative Rock, Psychedelia, and Jazz. Keep up with Brandon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Brandon-Teskey/100050206731848/
From wildflowers to waterfalls, the Biltmore Mansion to the Blue Ridge Parkway, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show features Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," who share what there is to experience in spring and early summer in Asheville and the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina.
Steve and Karen are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Check out their Big Blend Innkeeper Insider Story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/innkeeper-insider-with-steve-karen-wilson-the-lion-and-the-rose-bb/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features prize-winning author Heather Mateus Sappenfield who discusses her new middle grade novel "The River Between Hearts" that focuses on friendship and healing.
In "The River Between Hearts" third grader Rill's father disappears, lost to a turbulent river. A year later, everyone insists he's gone, but Rill is still certain he's coming back. When Rill discovers her classmate, Perla, hiding out in Rill's tree house after Perla's family is deported, the two form an unlikely bond. Together, the girls embark on a remarkable adventure which tests their understanding of themselves, each other, and of the world around them—and opens new, unexpected doors to healing. More: https://heathermateussappenfield.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Master Gardener and award-winning author Stephanie Rose, who discusses her new book is, "The Regenerative Garden: 80 Practical Projects for Creating a Self-sustaining Garden Ecosystem." The Regenerative Garden is a guide to working with nature, instead of against it, by employing permaculture techniques to create a garden that is not just more beautiful and productive, but also more resilient. More: https://gardentherapy.ca/
Special thank you to Margot Carrera, fine art nature photographer. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, life coach and author Steve Piacente discusses how travel can change your view, and change your perspective. Check out his photo essay showcasing his travels through Israel and also sharing six reasons to pack a bag and hit the road: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/change-your-view-change-your-perspective/
Steve Piacente is the owner of Next Phase Life Coaching in Rockville, MD, and the author of “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t, and You Know It.” Steve is also Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. More: https://www.stevepiacente.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection show, author Richard Faith talks about his writing and latest children's book “BEE SCARED" that he wrote to inspire young minds to 'bee' aware of climate change impact. Along with being an author of scifi novels and children's books, Richards is the Executive Director of the Mother Nature Festival Live. More: http://www.mothernaturefestival.live/
Music on the show is "Mother Nature SOS" by recording artist Kevin Silvers.
This episode is part of our special Fourth Friday Nature Connection series with guest cohost Margot Carrera who is a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, talks about their new and free ParkPassport App 2.0. The enhanced app helps users create memorable park experiences with a robust database to find, explore and engage with national, state, regional and local parks and public lands and waters across the United States. National Park Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving parks today and creating park stewards for tomorrow. More: http://parktrust.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show focuses on the documentary film SALT IN MY SOUL: THE ART OF DYING (Giant Pictures) which is based on the bestselling posthumously published memoir of the same name. It’s is a classic coming of age story about Mallory, a young woman figuring out how to live with cystic fibrosis which she was diagnosed with at the age of three. In her twenty five-year battle with the deadly disease, she carved out a life that most of us don’t come close to.
Using Mallory’s posthumously published 2500-page secret diaries, hundreds of hours of newly discovered footage, and audio recordings, the film offers Mallory as the narrator of her own extraordinary chronicle. Featured guests are filmmaker William Battersby and Mallory's mother Diane Shader Smith. More: https://saltinmysouldoc.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her coastal and culinary adventures in Portland, Maine. Portland is definitely nirvana for seafood aficionados. But this small city is much more than that. It’s a veritable foodie haven and a craft beer mecca. It has become the East coast’s must-visit foodie city, boasting a highly touted farm-to-fork philosophy and practice. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/soak-up-the-coastal-maine-vibe-in-portland/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Bobbi DePorter – Author & Creator of the 8 Keys of Excellence
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Ceramic Artist Andrea Faye, Founder of Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour
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Acclaimed Vocalist and Songwriter Jennifer Saran
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Author Shelley Whizin, Founder of the Soul Diving Institute
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for another Big Blend Radio Champagne Sundays Party airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith. This show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Musical duo Taylor & Rachel Joiner
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South African singer-songwriter James Saunders
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Author & Writer S. L. Dearing
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5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers
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Retired Innkeeper Jerri Hagman
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Entrepreneur Marisa China Hammerbeck
Plus, we will play music by The Joiners, James Saunders, and Doreen Taylor.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows discusses the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the various changes the world has experienced during her 70-year tenure. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii/
Glynn Burrows is a family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. He appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Saturday.
Something lurks in the dark woods……….Three friends reconnect in a secluded mountain town – BIG BEAR - after a long quarantine. While out for a hike, the trio stumble upon something dark and terrible in the deep woods.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts show features indie filmmaker and TV director Nick Gregorio who talks about his freaky post-pandemic thriller OLD STRANGERS, which is out now on digital through Gravitas Ventures.The film stars Madeleine Humphries, Colton Eschief Mastro and Ted Evans.
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Focusing on the Five Levels of Vulnerability regarding Trust in the Workplace, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express Show features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect." Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: https://leabrovedani.com/
Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio.
Focusing on Heart healthy Cooking and Eating, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday.
From meat pies and Creole cuisine to daiquiris and craft brews, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on where to "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" In Natchitoches, Louisiana. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More at https://natchitoches.com/
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Jodi Canter of Wanderlust Mark
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Mike Dunmyer – US Wind Inc.
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Writer Eva Eldridge
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Singer/Songwriter Michael Ely
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Photographer Mark Navarro
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for another Big Blend Radio Champagne Sundays Party airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith. This show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Big Blend expert guests:
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Vocalist and songwriter Josh Pfeiffer
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Pop rock singer-songwriter Nicki Kris
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Singer-songwriter Lisa Sniderman (Aoede)
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Hollywood history podcaster Steve Schneickert
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Retired organic farmer & innkeeper Andrea Peterson
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show, contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick reflects on Art Museums and the value they bring to a community and region, their significance in education and preservation, and how they have changed over the years to become a more interactive and exciting experience for visitors of all ages and walks of life. You can read her story about the ongoing work to create The Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center in Silver City, New Mexico, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/plans-for-the-silver-city-new-mexico-regional-art-museum/
A long-time contributor to Big Blend Magazines and guest expert on Big Blend Radio, you can catch new episodes with Victoria every third Saturday.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer Linda Milks talks about her 7 day adventure in Seattle and the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. Hear about Olympic National Park, Pike Place Market and the Space Needle in Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, wineries, cideries, restaurants. hotels and lodges, and more. Read her article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-olympic-peninsula-and-seattle-a-sense-of-place/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Carolyn Lee Arnold, a researcher who launched a sexy new dating experiment to go on fifty dates with fifty different men. Erotic in places, funny in others, and honest the whole way through, this quest to find a partner at midlife is a celebration of one woman’s unabashed sexuality. You can read all about it in her memoir, "Fifty First Dates" that's out now through She Writes Press. More: https://carolynleearnold.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Books Forward "Writer's Wednesday" Show features author Ashby Jones who discusses his historical fiction novel "The Crossing," a stand-alone sequel to "The Angel’s Lamp," his first novel. In "The Crossing," Irish-born Johnny Flynn, a former British soldier, is banished from his homeland and sent to America on a ship so riddled with disease that he realizes the voyage was meant to murder him. When he survives the trip, the captain forces him to walk the plank into the Hudson River. Hell’s Kitchen, Johnny discovers, is thronged with people whose damaged hearts ache for revenge, repentance and love.
This Big Blend Radio Show features authors and writers every second Wednesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Milton Howery of Memphis Tourism. Home of The Blues, Soul and Rock'n Roll, hear how Memphis is the ultimate destination for music lovers with famous sites like the Beale Street Historic District, Blues Music Hall of Fame, Graceland, Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Sun Studio, and the W.C. Handy Home and Museum.
Spring is the ideal time of year to visit this musically rich city with a full calendar of events and festivals, black history sites and museums, and all kinds of attractions and outdoor activities to enjoy, along with luxurious lodgings and a fantastic food scene. More at: https://www.memphistravel.com/
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio “Toast to Music” Happy Hour Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Americana / blues artist James Byfield, aka Blind Lemon Pledge
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Australian singer-songwriter Dino Jag
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The Cravens Rock Band: John & Bill Storch, Ron & Nancy DeSaram, Dennis Ambrose, Bill Meredith
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for another Big Blend Radio Champagne Sundays Party airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith. This show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Joey Stuckey – Award-winning Guitarist, Composer, Vocalist
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Johnny Schaefer – Eclectic Singer / Songwriter
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Lance Laber – Executive Director of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
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Donnette Silva Carter – CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Sharon Koger, owner of Esso Coffeehouse & Roastery in Phoenix, Arizona. See Linda's article about her experience at Esso, plus Sharon's Tiramisu Latte recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-esso-coffeehouse-and-roastery/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday. Stay tuned at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features multimedia artist Etsuko Ichikawa who talks about her month-long Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park experience as the Fall 2021 National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence. More about Etsuko's art and career: http://www.etsukoichikawa.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Show focuses on the beautiful Woodlake Rose Garden. Located next to Woodlake Botanical Garden and Bravo Lake, near Sequoia National Park in Tulare County, California, this volunteer-run garden is home to over 1600 rose plants. Featured guests on the show include Chuck House, Sally Pace, and Laura Manser. More about the Woodlake Rose Garden: https://www.woodlakekiwanis.com/
This episode is one of Big Blend Radio's 4th Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council. More: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Arlene Gould & Kelli West – Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Adam Roberts - Bethesda Green in Maryland
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Dr. Jacqueline Eubany – Cardiologist & Bestselling Author
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Jon Durant – Guitarist and Composer
Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
Featured Guests:
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Fine art nature photographer Margot Carerra
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Contemporary figurative artist Victoria Chick
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Singer-songwriter Lizzie Harrah of The Madisons
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Hollywood History podcaster and performer Steve Schneickert
Plus, "Party Crashers" Steve & Karen Wilson, of The Lion & The Roses B&B.
Focusing on World War II and warfare in Afghanistan, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. Along with many other books such as "American Armor in the Pacific" and "Foxbat Tales," Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman. More at https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. More at https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mike-guardia/
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for the first episode in 2022! Airing live from Peachtree City, Georgia, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Champagne Sundays Show is part of a special live broadcast series celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Big Blend Magazines, plus, 15 years of Big Blend Radio, and 10 years of Nancy & Lisa’s Love Your Parks Tour.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Glynn Burrows – Norfolk Tours in England
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Travel Writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva”
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Travel Writer Debbie Stone
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New Orleans Singer-songwriter Jon Roniger
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World Champion Horse Trainer Christy Wood
Get on the Big Blend Radio Party Bus for the last episode of 2021! Airing live from Crossville, Tennessee, with mother-daughter hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, this Big Blend Radio Happy Hour Show reflects on 2021 and looks ahead at 2022.
Big Blend expert guests include:
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Ward Heinrichs - San Diego employment attorney
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Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect” – Speaker, Facilitator & Author
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Steve Piacente - Life Coach, Author & Communications Director
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Linda Ballou - Travel Writer & Historical Fiction Author
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Steve & Karen Wilson – The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast
Featured music is “Wheel of Destiny” by South African musician James Saunders.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures in Camden, Maine. Situated on Penobscot Bay, Camden offers scenic views, outdoor adventure, quaint shops, and plenty of great places to eat and stay. It looks and feels like the quintessential coastal Maine village you imagine, with clapboard-and-brick homes, colorfully painted storefronts, white-steepled churches, a picturesque harbor full of schooners, and gently rounded mountaintops. Read Debbie's Story: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/captivated-by-camden/
Travel writer Debbie Stone shares her latest adventures every 4th Tuesday on Big Blend Radio. Keep up with the show schedule here: https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show, Dr. John Lawrence talks about his medical career, the world of medicine, and his latest medical memoir, "Playing Doctor; Part Two: Residency." Equal parts heartfelt, self-deprecating humor, and irreverent storytelling, John takes us along for the ride as he tracks his transformation from uncertain, head injured, liberal-arts student to intern, resident and then medical doctor. More: https://johnlawrencewriter.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio is the final segment of the 2021 monthly author podcast series with the Tucson Sisters in Crime.
Featured authors and writers on this segment include:
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Eva Eldridge - https://evaeldridge.com/
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Elaine A Powers - https://elaineapowers.com/
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Millicent Eidson - https://drmayamaguire.com/
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Paula F. Winskye - http://www.winskyebooks.com/
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Susan Cummins Miller - http://www.susancumminsmiller.com/
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Kathy McIntosh - https://kathymcintosh.com/
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D.R. Ransdell - https://www.dr-ransdell.com/
he Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
From historic sites to outdoor adventure, food, family fun, and shopping, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show outlines 22 Must-Do Experiences in Natchitoches in 2022. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. Read the article: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/only-in-natchitoches-22-must-do-experiences-in-louisianas-oldest-city/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" business and career show features San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs who outlines the new California employment laws for 2022 including COVID-19 laws, California Family Right Act, salary and minimum wage, garment manufacturing, settlement agreements, and more. Read Ward's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-2022-california-employment-laws/
Keep up with California's employment laws at https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Being half bird and half fish, Staraku has never fit in. But when she leaves her home in search of a place to belong, a mysterious crystal island and a strange new guide show her that what makes her different makes her more powerful than she ever imagined. When Staraku learns her island is on the brink of destruction, she must make a choice. Will she let the birds and fish who rejected her fend for themselves? Or will she use her new power to try to save them and bridge an impossible divide?
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr. Katsura Suzuki, author of the children’s book THE BIRDFISH & THE SECRET OF CRYSTAL ISLAND. Written for kids between the ages of 8-11 who feel like they don’t quite fit in, ‘Birdfish’ encourages a celebration of differences, self-acceptance, and harmony for communities that are divided. More: http://www.drkatsurasuzuki.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features vocalist, composer, and musician Steve March-Torme. The son of legendary singer-songwriter Mel Torme and the stepson of well-known actor/comedian Hal March, Steve is a talented entertainer in his own right. Since the late 1970s, he has been a successful singer, entertainer, recording artist, TV & radio host and has toured extensively worldwide to an ever-growing fan base.
Steve has written a brand new, original Christmas song entitled I Remember Christmastime. It’s a beautiful, nostalgic, sentimental salute to fond remembrances of the Christmas seasonand was released 76 years after Mel Torme co-wrote the iconic The Christmas Song (commonly subtitled as Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire), which became a huge holiday hit for Nat King Cole in 1946 and again in 1961. More about Steve at https://www.stevemarchtorme.com/
Hear about Steve's musical career, and two songs "I Remember Christmastime," and "Straighten Up and Fly Right," a duet with his father Mel Torme. Plus, we play the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling boardgame SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game." More at https://www.songgame.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Raw Terra, the the alter-ego of musician Richard d'Andrea. Primarily a bassist, he is also a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.
He was an early member of The Motels (in the historic Radio Free Hollywood lineup), The Know (with Gary Valentine and Joel Turrisi) and later forming Factor Four with Jeff Wolfe and joining The Roosters United with Jeff Jourard and Graham Daddy. He has also performed or recorded with many other musicians including Joan Jett, Michael Des Barres, The Halibuts, The Insect Surfers, The Furys, The Textones, The Roosters United, Bob Beland, Marc Platt, David Nigel Lloyd, Fur Dixon and Joao Erbetta.
After decades of playing in bands he decided to mix it up and embarked on solo recordings of his own compositions. 2018 marked the released of his first solo album “Mars 12, Earth 0” and soon after the same album's backing tracks: “Mars 12, Earth 0 - (Instrumentals)” (a nod to “Stack-o-Tracks”).
“Mystery Monkey Remix”, released August 2019, revisits and remixes two songs from that first album: “(Waitin’ for The) Mystery Train” is given a clearer, more punchier mix and “Monkey See, Monkey Do” is reworked with electric 12-string guitar and new vocals.
Original songs “Every Little Bit” and “I Don’t Need You” make up his first 2-sided single release (December 2021) and he is working on the other songs that will comprise his second, as yet unnamed, album. More at https://www.rawterra.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
"Behind The Ficus" is a candid and personal glimpse of an artist in bloom. Navigating through the gritty undertones of self doubt and the messiness of heartache, we are left with a beautifully framed map of life's journey through the things that make us human. Love, loss, grief, and growth. Carly Thomas paints a beautiful and vulnerable picture through her words and music in this brave and personal collection.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features the talented singer and songwriter Carly Thomas who talks about her travels, music, mental health, and new album, "Behind the Ficus." More: https://carlythomas.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Liverpool - the name conjures images of a bustling port city, a place where, for some, dreams began as they sailed for newer worlds. It's the home of the proud and friendly "Scouser" with a soundtrack dubbed 'The Mersey Beat." On this episode of Big Blend Radio we chat with musician John Fiddler, co-founder of Medicine Head, and travel writer Hilarie Larson who talks about her adventures in Liverpool. Read Hilarie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-liverpool-to-a-mersey-beat/
This episode features two of John Fiddler's songs, “Forgive & Forget” and "Dancing in the Rain," both from the Medicine Head album “Warriors of Love." More: https://medicinehead.rocks/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features Dawnielle Tehama, the Executive Director of Willamette Valley Visitors Association, who discusses sustainable and regenerative travel in Willamette Valley, Oregon.
Willamette Valley follows the Willamette River north to south for over 150 miles from the Mt. Hood Territory east of Portland to just south of Eugene. It is a quilt of cities and towns that offer unique experiences for everyone, from rural enclaves that pop up between expanses of farms and fields, to serene college towns with historic inns and classic main streets, to cities alive with culture and heritage, including the state capital of Salem. It also has the largest concentration of wineries and vineyards in Oregon. More: https://willamettevalley.org/
Music at the end of the show is "Willamette Fog" from the album "Parting Is" by guitarist Jon Durant. More: https://jondurant.rocks/
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Joanna Best, lead vocalist of the Asheville, North Carolina classic jump blues and swing group, Virginia and The Slims. Hear about their music, shows, North Carolina and Asheville music scene, and the group's debut full-length album “Busman’s Holiday”. Along with Joanna on vocals, the band features James Kamp on sax and vocals, Howie Neal on guitar, John Davis on bass, and Spatchmo on drums. More at https://www.virginiaandtheslims.net/
Special thank you to The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, NC. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features multi-instrumentalist and composer Rachel Flowers who discusses her music, songwriting process, and third solo album, “Bigger on the Inside." As a composer, Rachel seamlessly weaves together elements of progressive rock, jazz, classical, and pop music with cinematic orchestrations, soaring melodies, and virtuosic playing. Top this off with Rachel’s 3 1/2 octave vocal range and her uncanny ability to explore universal themes ranging from love, joy, and hope to depression, bullying, and fear of an uncertain future with sensitivity and optimism, and you have an album that is destined to stand the test of time. More: http://rachelflowersmusic.com
Rachel was initially on Big Blend Radio in 2017 with filmmaker Lorenzo DeStefano, to talk about the award winning documentary “Hearing Is Believing” which was produced about her unusual life and talents. You can hear that interview here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hearing-is-believing-film/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Leah "Mama" Gizzi and John Storch, owners of Mama Gizzi Pasta in Lake Worth, Florida.
Pasta is Amore! In operation since 2007, Mama Gizzi's Pasta is known for offering the finest pasta and tastiest Italian meals and desserts to many of Palm Beach County’s finest restaurants and homes. Mama Gizzi's superior, hand-crafted pasta is made with only the finest ingredients. Home of the "No Drama Mama" Dinner Kit, Mama Gizzi is also a wholesale food supplier for restaurants and ccuntry clubs, as well as a catering business preparing everything from dessert platters to full meals for family events, office parties, and holiday happenings large and small. Learn more at http://www.mamagizzipasta.com/
Located on the Mississippi Sound, part of the Gulf of Mexico, Coastal Mississippi has a multitude of attractions and unique places to visit. It is affordable with much diversity. It is the Secret Coast. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer Lisa Evans talk about Coastal Mississippi's natural beauty and outdoor adventure opportunities, the various museums and historic sites, food and festivals, and family activities. You can read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/coastal-mississippi-let-us-surprise-you/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Gary Rogers, Communications Director for the Sequoia Parks Conservancy, the official nonprofit partner of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.
SPC’s efforts have been critical in the conservation of wild, beautiful landscapes for the enjoyment and inspiration of generations of visitors. Through the KNP Complex Fire Recovery Fund, the Sequoia Parks Conservancy has a goal of raising $1 million to help fund efforts to rebuild trails, protect sequoia groves and meadows, safeguard cultural and historic features, reestablish access to Crystal Cave, restore wildlife habitat, and more. More at https://www.sequoiaparksconservancy.org/
Watch for our new 1st Thursday Big Blend Radio " Travel Tulare County" shows with the Sequoia Tourism Council starting in January 2022. Plan your visit to California's Sequoia Country at https://discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona. The family-owned estate winery and vineyards are located up in the Chiricahua Mountain Foothills in Southeastern Arizona which is considered part of the Sky Island Mountain range.
The winery produces 3,000 cases of wine annually and LDV wines are vegan, gluten-free, and sustainably grown. The winery's tasting room is in Scottsdale. Read Linda's article about her LDV Winery tasting experience including pairing tips, and Peggy's Spicy Thai Noodles recipe on BlendRadioandTV.com.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jeff Wolfe and Dave Lewty of the legendary punk band The Furys, who have just released a new album “The Furys Again."
One of Southern California’s first New Wave/Punk/Powerpop bands, the musical direction of The Furys was, is, and always will be melodic poetry blended with powerful music. The group’s latest release “The Furys Again” proves, yet again, that this philosophy holds true. Founding member and lead singer Jeff Wolfe provides the poetry. Long standing Furys member and multi-instrumentalist Dave Lewty provides the music. The Furys are entering their fifth decade of performing and recording; their latest album, “The Furys Again” keeps the original tradition alive whilst acknowledging contemporary influences. https://thefurysband.com/
Combat leadership in action. From Korea to Vietnam…from Nicaragua to the Iron Curtain.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio we talk with Mike Guardia about his latest book, "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." Based on hours of interviews and archival research this biography recounts the life and legacy of a true visionary and forgotten hero of the latter 20th Century. Paul Gorman retired as a four-star General in 1985. More: https://www.amazon.com/Mike-Guardia/e/B004QTZVL4
Mike Guardia is an award-winning author, military historian, and US Army veteran. Along with many other books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. Mike was recently named “Author of the Year” in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
Mike appears on Big Blend Radio's Military History Show every 1st Monday. Follow the shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Robert Pardi, life coach and author of "Chasing Life: The Remarkable True Story About Love, Joy, and Achievement Against All Odds."
They were an attractive, enviable New York couple – Robert climbing the ranks in Investment Banking and Desiree excelling in the MD/Ph.D. program at Mount Sinai New York. Yet, shortly after Robert was recruited by one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, their world was shaken to its very core. Desiree, having just turned 31, was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. This is a story of the evolution of one person and the awakening of another.
"Chasing Life" is a story of love, joy, resilience, and extraordinary achievements against all odds. It’s about a couple uniting to rise above complacency and adversity to live a joyful life congruent with beliefs, passions, and values. It highlights the need to live life in the present moment. It's about learning to savor life while we are alive. More at https://www.chasinglifethebook.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, singer/songwriter/pianist Sarah Perrotta talks about her music, songwriting process, and fourth studio album of original art-rock/dream-pop entitled “Blue to Gold” on 7D Media/Third Star Records. Produced by world renowned drummer Jerry Marotta (Peter Gabriel, Hall & Oates, Sarah McLachlan), songs and sonics of “Blue to Gold” were cultivated over the last several years at Dreamland Recording Studio in Hurley, NY by Perrotta and Marotta.
Lifelong friends and musicians were enlisted to collaborate and enrich the textures of “Blue to Gold” that include Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel), Sara Lee (Gang of Four, The B52s, The League of Gentlemen), Marc Shulman (Suzanne Vega), Bill Dillon (Robbie Robertson), Gerry Leonard (David Bowie), Daniel Weiss (Joan Osbourne) and Rupert Greenall (The Fixx). The album was mixed by Michael Cozzi and mastered by Chris Athens. More at: https://sarahperrottamusic.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features fiber artist Nancy Hershberger, who talks about her experience as the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) artist-in-residence in Fort Union National Monument in Northern New Mexico. Nancy's art quilts have been shown in exhibitions in the US and internationally and she has been accepted and served as artist in residence for five residencies in units within the national park service, the most recent one being Fort Union. Follow Nancy's art at https://www.facebook.com/NancyHershberger
Artist Fort Union was the largest frontier military post and supply center of the southwest. It also was the hub of commerce, national defense, and migration at the final stretch of the Santa Fe Trail. More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/fort-union-national-monument/
The National Parks Arts Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the promotion of the National Parks through creating dynamic opportunities for artworks that are based in our natural and historic heritage. All NPAF artist-in-residence programs are made possible through the philanthropic support of donors of all sorts ranging from corporate sponsors, small businesses, and art patrons and citizen-lovers of the parks. More: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Have you ever thought of being an innkeeper? Well, you’re not alone. The world of innkeeping is seeing an upsurge of new owners and innkeepers, often couples or families who have left the corporate grind behind and stepped into the world of hospitality.
This episode of Big Blend Blend Radio's "Innkeeper Insider" features Steve and Karen Wilson "Mr. & Mrs. Wild," owners of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District of Asheville, North Carolina. Learn more about the Inn, and check out our Q&A with them: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/innkeeper-insider-with-steve-karen-wilson-the-lion-and-the-rose-bb/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Constance Savage, General Manager & COO of L’Ecole N° 41 Winery.
Founded in 1983, L’Ecole N° 41 is a third-generation, family-owned artisan winery located in the historic Frenchtown School in Walla Walla, Washington. The third oldest winery in the Walla Walla Valley, this award-winning winery has become one of the most prominent and visible wineries in the region, with national and international distribution. Read Linda's review and tasting notes with pairing tips and recipes:https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lecole-wines-scores-big-in-incredible-value-and-taste/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Celeste Mergens, Founder and CEO of Days for Girls, a unique, international non-profit organization that actively works to advance menstrual equity, health, dignity, and opportunity for all. As they say on their website https://www.daysforgirls.org/, "Let's shatter the stigma of menstruation and transform periods to pathways!"
Special thank you to:
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Eva Shaw, author of "The Seer" - https://evashaw.com/
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Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, author of "Women & Heart Disease: The Real Story" - https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/
With each new album, The Cravens, a prominent South Florida rock band, have joined hosts Nancy & Lisa on Big Blend Radio. There was also the special show where they ran a recipe contest for the Craven Raven Cocktail. Finally, Nancy & Lisa met and saw them perform live at Rudy's Pub, a live and local music fixture in Lake Worth, Florida. It was EPIC!
This special broadcast airs live from Lake Worth, Florida and will feature each band member: John Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Bill Storch - Vocals, Electric Guitar; Rockin Ron DeSaram - Lead Electric Guitar; Bill Meredith - Drums; Dennis Ambrose - Bass. Manager Nancy DeSaram and MaryBeth Sisoian, owner of Rudy's Pub, will also join the conversation.
Hear songs from their brand new album CRAVENOLOGY, and other albums including THE DARK SIDE OF LOVE, EARLY BIRD SPECIAL, and ON THE LINE. Plus, as usual, we'll play the radio version of the award-winning and best-selling board game SPONTUNEOUS "The Song Game."
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jim McCarty, the original drummer in the legendary Yardbirds, a musical force of nature since the halcyon days of the 1960s and still active today with Jim as the sole remaining original member. Jim, who is also an accomplished singer and songwriter having released numerous solo albums over the years, has just released the second installment of his memoirs, entitled "She Walks in Beauty," which is a follow-up to his initial autobiography, "Nobody Told Me," which was released to great acclaim in 2018.
"She Walks in Beauty" continues with Jim’s life journey – inside and outside of music - expanding on his storied musical career while also giving the reader a very personal and intimate look at Jim’s personal lifelong quest to unravel the mysteries of the life that exists beyond the world in which we live. It’s an intimate, honest, fascinating look inside the life of a rock legend whose boundless curiosity for a life often unseen and understood makes for a compelling read. More: http://www.jamesmccarty.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for the homemade fudge too. Shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Sena Wheeler of Sena Sea Wild Alaskan Fish and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva."
Sena Sea is an online source for wild-caught and sustainable Alaskan fish, including Copper River king salmon, Copper River sockeye salmon, Halibut, Sablefish, and King Crab. Sena Sea offers individual fillets, bundles, meal kits, and the finest salmon shipped directly from Alaska. Browse and select with confidence. Fresh, never-farmed fish, and a commitment to ocean stewardship as they partner with ethical farms, fisheries, and producers around the world. Think delicious, high-quality sustainable food. Read Linda's full review of Sena Sea, and check out Sena's family recipe for Soy Sauce & Ginger Black Cod: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sena-sea-wild-alaskan-fish/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Wednesday "Tucson Sisters in Crime" Show features children's book author Elaine A. Powers.
Elaine A. Powers, originally from Peoria, IL, currently resides in Tucson, AZ. After a career as a laboratory biologist, she is now pursuing her dream of writing science-based children’s books, murder mysteries and audio theatre scripts. Elaine continues her work as a citizen scientist for iguana conservation, serving on the IUCN Iguana Specialist Group. She is a founding member of the Tucson Sisters in Crime chapter and President of the Tucson Poetry Society and Vice President of the Arizona State Poetry Society. More at http://www.elaineapowers.com/
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features travel writer Debbie Stone who talks about her adventures in Woodinville, Washington. There are over 130 wineries and tasting rooms that make their home in this idyllic locale and the number is expected to grow exponentially over the next few years. Though wine plays a dominant role in Woodinville, beer and spirits are also represented at several local breweries and distilleries. Along with other special episodes, travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sip-and-stay-in-woodinville-wine-country/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features drummer extraordinaire, composer and producer Carmine Appice, who has joined forces with multi-instrumentalist and rising studio star Fernando Perdomo to form The Appice Perdomo Project. Out now through Cleopatra records, their all-instrumental debut album ENERGY OVERLOAD features some mind-blowing original material plus killer cover versions of Paul McCarney’s “Maybe I’m Amazed,” Rod Stewarts “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” (which was co-written by Appice), and more! Get the CD: https://cleorecs.com/store/shop/carmine-appice-fernando-perdomo-energy-overload-cd/
Carmine Appice is best known for co-founding Vanilla Fudge, Cactus and King Kobra. As a drummer and composer, he has worked extensively with Ozzy Osbourne, Rod Stewart and Ted Nugent, and remains on Rolling Stone Magazine’s 100 Greatest Drummers of All-Time list. More: https://carmineappice.net/
Fernando Perdomo, the son of Cuban immigrants, quickly launched a successful career as a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and session musician upon moving to Los Angeles in 2012. He was recently featured in the film ECHO IN THE CANYON, where he recorded and performed with Eric Clapton, Brian Wilson, Jakob Dylan and many others. More: https://www.fernandoperdomo.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Jimmy Carter, Co-Founding Member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, and songwriter and guitarist Ron Pullman. Jimmy Carter, the last original member of The Blind Boys of Alabama has released his long awaited first solo album titled “Blind Faith,” which was produced and co-written by Ron Pullman. Jimmy’s hope is to bring to the world through the music on “Blind Faith” a Gospel message and a source of peace.
Jimmy Carter is the eldest member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, five-time Grammy winners, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winners, Gospel Hall of Fame, and the National Heritage Fellowship from the Endowment for the Arts to name a few. He sang with the original group, including his good friend Clarence Fountain back in the late 1930’s when they were at the Alabama Institute for the Negro Deaf and Blind, (now the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind) but was too young to go touring with them at the beginning. After singing with the Dixieland Blind Boys and the Five Blind Boys of Mississippi, he eventually officially joined The Blind Boys of Alabama and has been singing with them ever since.
Jimmy dedicated the song “I Am With You Still”, the first single off of “Blind Faith”, in memory of his good friend, co-founder of The Blind Boys of Alabama, Clarence Fountain. The music track of “I Am With You Still” was engineered by legendary engineer/producer Alan Parsons at his studio Parsonics in Santa Barbara, CA. Jimmy returned to his roots and the school where he and Clarence attended to have the student choir from AIDB perform on “I Am With You Still”.
More: http://www.ronpullmanmusic.com/ http://www.blindboys.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on Kentucky's Bourbon Country with Karl Raitz, author and professor emeritus of geography at the University of Kentucky. Karl is the coeditor of “The Great Valley Road of Virginia”, coauthor of “Rock Fences of the Bluegrass,” and author of “Making Bourbon: A Geographical History of Distilling in Nineteenth-Century Kentucky.” His latest book is “Bourbon’s Backroads: A Journey through Kentucky’s Distilling Landscape,” published by The University Press of Kentucky. More: https://www.kentuckypress.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed Italian guitarist/songwriter Marco Mattei who discusses his music, travel, and debut solo album “Out of Control,” an original mix of prog-rock, dream-pop, folk and world music featuring:
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Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel)
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Fabio Trentini (Le Orme, Markus Reuter)
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Jerry Marotta (Peter Gabriel, Hall & Oates
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Pat Mastelotto (King Crimson, XTC)
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Chad Wackerman (Frank Zappa, Allan Holdsworth)
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Clive Deamer (Portishead, Radiohead, Robert Plant)
More: https://marcomattei.art/
Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features psychotherapist, author and writer Linda Feyder, who discusses her evocative short fiction collection, “All’s Fair and Other California Stories” (She Writes Press). Her stories transport the reader into brief, but telling moments in each character’s lives around different California landscapes. It's a psychological exploration that ruminates over the desire for human connection and a better way of life despite challenging experiences. More: https://www.lindafeyder.com/
Love Cork Screw is the wine and lifestyle brand you bring to a game night with friends, the brand you introduce to board members at an annual gala, and the brand you experience for the first time at a couples paint & sip event. This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Love Cork Screw Founder Chrishon Lampley, a négociant and wine enthusiast doing good by leveraging her platform to mentor young women and budding entrepreneurs. More: https://www.lovecorkscrew.com/
Featuring Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show is all about the 95th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival.
Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory. Since 1927, the city is home to one of the oldest community-based holiday celebrations in the country. Starting as a one-day festival, the Natchitoches Christmas Festival has evolved into a six-week long Christmas Season. The Christmas Season begins on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and concludes on January the 6th, the Epiphany. Over 300,000 lights and 100 plus set pieces are on display every night at dusk.
More: https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/ https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features soulful blues force of nature and Blues Hall of Fame inductee Joe Louis Walker, who chats about his music background and superb new studio album, "Eclectic Electric," that's out now through Cleopatra Records.
The album features outstanding guest performances by fellow guitarists Doyle Bramhall II, Jimmy Vivino, Murali Coryell (Larry Coryell’s son) and Waddy Watchel, plus New York soul/R&B singer Bette Smith, the B.B. King Blues Band, and Steve Berlin from Los Lobos. This album explodes with the passionate playing and soulful melodies that have made Walker a favorite among true blues aficionados including the Rolling Stones. More: http://www.joelouiswalker.com
Focusing on the civil war history of Manassas National Battlefield Park, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History Show features poet-in-residence Lisa G. Samia and park ranger Liz Hokanson.
Originally set aside as Bull Run Recreational Demonstration Area on November 14, 1936, Manassas National Battlefield Park became part of the National Park Service on May 10, 1940, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966. This historically significant park in Virginia preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles - the First Battle of Bull Run (First Battle of Manassas), and the Second Battle of Bull Run (Second Battle of Manassas). It's also where Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson acquired his nickname "Stonewall".
More: http://lisasamia.com/ and https://www.nps.gov/mana/index.htm
This episode of Big Blend Radio features best-selling and award-winning author Eva Shaw who discusses her writing and latest novel, "The Seer." This high-speed new mystery explores New Orleans’ history of deception and domestic terrorism during World War II. A perfect combination of heart-pounding mystery and extensive historical research, this captivating look into the Crescent City will have you on the edge of your seat as you become part of New Orleans history with the unlikely pair of psychic and scientist.
Eva Shaw, Ph.D., is the ghostwriter and author of more than 100 published books and thousands of magazine articles, essays and short stories. She teaches writing at 4,000 colleges and universities worldwide. More: http://www.evashaw.com/
When seeking a destination where wilderness, wonder, and wildlife take center stage, it’s hard to top Grand County, Colorado - especially when views of surrounding peaks reach dramatic elevations over 14,000 feet. By car or boat, on foot, skiis, or snowmobiles, sky-scraping vistas attract nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show, travel writer Nancy Mueller talks about her grand three-day weekend getaway in Grand County and Rocky Mountain National Park. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/get-up-and-go-to-grand-county-colorado/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Kelley Skoloda, author of “A Way Back to Health: 12 Lessons from a Cancer Survivor”. Kelley Skoloda was the healthiest person she knew—until the day she became a cancer patient. During her first, routine colonoscopy, Kelley received a shocking diagnosis: colon cancer. Three years later, her new book reveals how stories can be powerful motivators and how painful distraction can be turned into advocacy and action. More: https://www.awaybacktohealth.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features Beth Javens, Executive Director of Visit Kitsap who shares what there is to experience on the Kitsap Peninsula, which is just across from Seattle, and known as the Natural Side of Puget Sound. The Kitsap Peninsula is surrounded by 371 miles of shoreline and is officially part of the National Water Trails system, Washington State’s only such designation. Here one can experience an abundance of natural beauty with plenty of opportunities to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor recreational activities all year round. More: https://www.visitkitsap.com/
Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter and community manager for TrustedHousesitters, a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Founded in 2010, TrustedHousesitters has connected thousands of pet owners and pet sitters worldwide through their mutual trust and love of animals. https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features GRAMMY® award-winning legend Melissa Manchester and singer-songwriter Johnny Schaefer. Enjoy their duet "You Can't Hide The Light," as well as Johnny's single "You Are Right In Front Of Me."
More: https://melissamanchester.com/ https://hearjohnny.com/
Calling all explorers! If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Nicole Magistro who discusses her debut children's book, READ ISLAND. Illustrated by Alice Feagan, the book shares the delightful story of a very brave girl and her animal friends who traverse the seas in search of an island made of books. More: https://www.myreadisland.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed freelance writer and journalist Zoë Schlanger, who discusses her month-long experience as the National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Hear about her writing and research work that focuses on plants, the environment, and how humans relate to the ecosystems they inhabit. Zoë also talks about her nonfiction narrative science book titled "The Light Eaters" which will be published in 2023 by Harper Collins. More about Zoë Schlanger: http://www.zoeschlanger.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residency programs: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs discuses California's Garment Workers Protection Act. Going into effect on January 1, 2022 this new piece of legislature outlaws piece-rate pay for garment workers and creates liability for brands, manufactures, factories, and contractor middlemen. Read Ward's article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/stitching-up-garment-manufacturing-abuses-in-california/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lance Laber, "The Tucson Dude," Executive Director of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, this 10-acre historic landmark is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces. Hear about the current winter exhibits on display now through Jan. 26, 2022, plus the visiting winter artists in the property's Little Gallery. More at https://degrazia.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection show features filmmaker Jacob Morrison who discuss his directorial debut RIVER’S END: CALIFORNIA'S LATEST WATER WAR that explores the global water crisis, using California as a microcosm. Out now through Giant Pictures, the documentary inspires viewers to learn where their water comes from so that we can save our rivers and the ecosystems and communities that depend upon them. https://www.riversendfilm.com/
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station travel show, travel writer Linda Kissam talks about her three-month sailing and fishing adventure in Alaska, exploring Ketchikan, Anan Bear and Wildlife Observatory, and Hydaburg. Read her story and see photos here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/experiencing-alaska-by-private-boat/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Love Bubble, a trio of award-winning singers/musicians/songwriters from Asheville, North Carolina who serendipitously came together in the spring of 2019 and discovered their shared desire to bring more love into the world through music. Voices that blended from the first note, it was that inspiring sound that kick-started LOVE REVOLUTION, a collaborative collection of tuneful, delectable, charming, romantic, humorous and uplifting original songs. Hank Bones’ prowess as a singer, guitarist and songwriter were irresistible to Miss Paula Hanke and Miss Peggy Ratusz, not to mention his ample supply of wit and merriment. It was love at first sight. More at: https://lovebubble.bandcamp.com/
Special Thank You to the National Parks Arts Foundation. More: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
SuperCamp is the #1 camp in the world for empowering students to achieve their full potential in school and in life. This episode features education expert Bobbi DePorter, co-founder of SuperCamp and President of Quantum Learning Network. Hear about how education has changed during COVID and how SuperCamp 2022 has become a year-round program. A unique combination of a school-year pre-camp program, a residential summer program on university campuses, and post-camp support, SuperCamp 2022 inspires and empowers students to excel. More: https://www.supercamp.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Wednesday "Tucson Sisters in Crime" Show features mystery author and writer Kate Thornton.
Kate Thornton has been writing and editing short stories for years, and now has written both the TONI CAREY MYSTERY SERIES and the KITTY AND COCO MYSTERIES. Her first short story, "Just Like In The Movies", was published in David Firks' legendary BLUE MURDER and nominated for a Derringer award. With over 100 short stories in print, she is retired from the US Army, has been a contestant on Jeopardy!, once kissed French film director Francoise Truffaut, and currently lives with her husband, two dogs, and two cats in Tucson, AZ, where she is working on her next book. More: http://www.katethornton.net
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Tuesday "Tree Talk" Show features Shelley Whizin who talks about tree communities and the incredible human-tree connection, and how it relates to consciousness and global health and wellness.
Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”. More: , founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human.
She’s also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”. More at: www.shelleywhizin.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning author Tessa Bridal, who discusses her latest book, "The Dark Side of Memory: Uruguay’s Disappeared Children and the Families That Never Stopped Searching.“ It's a gripping and incisive narrative of the multi-generational effect of the extremist military dictatorships in Uruguay and Argentina, as told to the author by families of the disappeared. Through her retelling, Bridal elevates the stories of the overlooked, voiceless and forgotten humans behind political turmoil. More: https://tessabridal.com/
This special episode of Big Blend Radio honors the life and music of acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician Jimmy "Muffin" Yessian. Featured guests include friends and musicians Jeff Kossack, Marty Axelrod, and Warren Sellers who share some of the songs and stories from the album "Muffin Music" that pay tribute to Jimmy's songs and music. Learn more and purchase the album which benefits the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, here: https://muffinmusic2021.bandcamp.com/releases
Jimmy Yessian was a passionate live performer who connected instantly with his audiences. He performed around the United States and Europe with artists as diverse as Anthony Smith, Brian White, Jeffrey Steele, Allan Rich, Steve Dorff, Al Anderso, and Chuck Cannon, to name a few. He was appointed VP of Creative Development for Ash Street Music Publishing and was in charge of signing and developing young writers; he also signed an exclusive writers agreement with the company. Yessian was invited and performed in Venice, Italy for the World Global Party to help raise money for children’s charities from 180 countries. His song “Stand Tall America,” co-written with Gary Baker (“I Swear” and “I’m Already There”) and Jerry Williams was the featured song in the PBS aired documentary film “One Voice/ The Healing Pole” and is the lead song on the “Inspiration New York” CD.
Jimmy performed solo, founded the “Tall Men Group,” and toured and recorded Jeff Kossack as the duo – “From Different Mothers”. We miss him. He lives on through the memories and beautiful music he made with so many. We all love you Muffin Man.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show, Travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her end-of-summer Kind Travel experience Telluride, Colorado where she hiked, experienced waterfalls, took a gondola ride through the mountains, enjoyed regional cuisine, and stayed at Lumiere with Inspirato which is part of the the hotel booking platform, KindTraveler.com. Check out her story and pictures here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/next-time-try-this-kind-of-travel/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features Robin Merle, author of “Involuntary Exit: A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Being Fired." Out now through She Writes Press, this quick-witted and fast-paced self-help title dives into the mental and emotional trauma of women who were recently let go from their jobs. "Involuntary Exit" navigates beyond being dismissed, sharing detailed stories of being blindsided at work and overcoming obstacles to achieve success. More: https://theprofessionalguide.com
From Robert Harling (Steel Magnolias) to Kate Chopin (The Awakening) and Caroline Dorman (Forest Trees of Louisiana) to Lyle Saxon (Lafitte the Pirate), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Go To Natchitoches" Show focuses on the Literary Legends who lived in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, and it is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, the Cane River l Heritage Area, historic Melrose Plantation, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. More: https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features musician, vocalist, songwriter, and author Sandy McKnight, who discusses his full length power pop album "SAN FERNANDO BLAST" recorded with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Fernando Perdomo. The album features 12 songs from their previous 2 EPs, "SAN FERNANDO BEAT" and "SAN FERNANDO BLITZ," plus, 3 new recordings of McKnight originals. More: https://sandymcknight.bandcamp.com/album/san-fernando-blast
This episode of Big Blend Radio features San Francisco Bay Area vocalist and composer, Dan Ashley, who has just released his debut solo album "Out There." The collection of songs share in the joy, heartbreak, love, and loss that are part of our common humanity. From upbeat and driving rockers to gentle ballads, all with a classic Americana and rock music sensibility, listeners will find a variety of songs on this new release. More at: http://danashleymusic.com/
As a vocalist, Dan Ashley has led his highly acclaimed band for many years, headlining notable venues and opening for such great artists as REO Speedwagon, Rick Springfield, Cheap Trick, Eddie Money, Patti LaBelle, and Melissa Etheridge. He has also shared the stage with many other consummate performers over the years including Dionne Warwick, Neal Schon (Journey), Brad Gillis (Night Ranger), and multiple Grammy winner Narada Michael Walden, among many others.
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History show features Anthony Moss, a Rabologist and author of the newly released book, “A Visual History of Walking Sticks and Canes,” published by Rowman & Littlefield.
"A Visual History of Walking Sticks and Canes" is a comprehensive study of walking canes from around the world, dating from the distant past to the modern-day. The book presents a historical context on both practical and ceremonial usage. There are 898 full-color specially shot pictures showcasing the celebrated A&D Collection of canes, each with a history and story. More than just a mobility aid, the cane can be a weapon, indicate stature, denote high status, or be used as a fashion accessory. More at https://antiquecanes.net/
There are many ways to give back, from volunteering, serving on a board, raising funds, or donating time. Each role requires a specific skill set, but where does a person turn to get started?
his episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features Diane Lebson, an experienced philanthropist who along with her husband, founded Evergreen Philanthropic Solutions, a national consultancy that helps nonprofit organizations, individuals, corporations, and foundations achieve their philanthropic goals. Diane is also the author of the brand new book “For A Good Cause: A Practical Guide to Giving Joyfully" which is out now through She Writes Press. More at: https://www.evergreenphilanthropy.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sherrye Wyatt shares what to experience in Whidbey and Camano Islands, as well as their new focus on becoming a transformational travel destination. Located in Washington State, Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Show shines the spotlight on the Annual Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour held on Nov. 13-14, 2021 in Coweta and Fayette Counties near Atlanta, Georgia. Featured guest artists on the show include clay art and jewelry artist Andrea Faye, fine artist Robin Robinson, mixed media artist Dianne Cutler, silversmith Taryn Cuper, and clay and sculpture artist Charles Tryon. See the artists on the tour and learn more at https://www.shastour.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer, photographer and filmmaker Kathleen Messmer.
From a different perspective, Kathleen presents her travel experiences with humor and appreciation for other world cultures and history, all while maintaining a small footprint. Her adventures are presented in a number of publications including her own travel journal. She is a wildlife advocate and works tirelessly to try to change the destiny of the many endangered species with whom we share our planet. Her writing and photography can be found on www.indiespirit.live and her fine art photography and blog are available on https://www.kathleenmessmer.com/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Irish hard rock blues guitarist Pat McManus, known by many from his former bands Mama’s Boys and Celtus and for the last fifteen years by his own Pat McManus Band. Hear about his vast music career and seventh studio album "Full Service Resumed." On "Full Service Resumed," Pat has delivered a brilliant rock and blues album, featuring his scorching guitar work and impassioned vocals. The album includes four previously unreleased studio re-records of tracks from his days in Mama’s Boys. More: http://patmcmanus.co.uk/
From hackers and cyberattacks to security guard mishaps, Fred Gardenour, owner of DFA Insurance, joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio with some wild but true behind-the-scenes security stories, as well as important insurance tips for security guard companies, private investigators, alarm and monitoring services. See: http://dfainsure.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Home & Garden Show, travel writer Debbie Stones talks about her visit to the historic Dana-Thomas House in Springfield, Illinois.
This 12,600-square-foot 1902 home is reportedly the best preserved of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie School houses. With this commission, Wright had an unlimited budget, not to mention a coveted opportunity to experiment with his “organic architecture” concepts. His client, Susan Dana, was a progressively-minded, wealthy heiress who wanted a unique home, mainly to entertain, as well as to espouse her own ideas about education and democracy. She hired the architect to “remodel” her deceased father’s place in Springfield and actualize her dreams of creating a showplace for the community – one which would let the world know her city was a model of progress and culture. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-dana-thomas-house-in-springfield-illinois/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Misha Seeff, a highly accomplished and talented teen singer-songwriter who has just released his debut album DREAMHAVEN. His music has a classic acoustic pop sound, and he uses pictographic lyrics to tell stories both fictional and true. The album introduces listeners to a world of fictional love stories, poetic lyrics, and lush melodies, and features instrumentals reminiscent of classic 2000s bands and innovative vocal engineering. More: http://www.mseeff.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show features conservation photographer Ian Wilson-Navarro and traditional Japanese fish print artist (Gyotaku) Austin Armstrong who discuss their art and 1-month off-the-grid artist residency experience on Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park. See Ian's photography: https://www.ianwilsonmedia.com/
Dry Tortugas National Park is located almost 70 miles west of Key West. The 100 square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of birdlife that frequent the area. More: http://www.nps.gov/drto/
This artist residency program is made possible by the National Parks Arts Foundation and the National Park Service, as well as the Key West Art and Historical Society. Info: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
We go from the Basement to the Boardroom on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express Business & Career Show with Lea Brovedani. Known as “The Trust Architect," Lea is one of North America’s leading experts on trust and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” Read her blog post "From the Basement to the Boardroom - Lessons in Business" here: https://leabrovedani.com/2021/08/from-the-basement-to-the-boardroom-lessons-in-business/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show, Shelley Whizin, author and founder of the Soul Diving Institute delves into the 3 BE's to Being a Happy YOU:
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Everything you do in life is based on what you BElieve.
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What you believe creates how you BEhave.
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How you behave results in who you BEcome.
As Shelley says, “It’s your life. Enjoy the journey. And remember to bring love into everything you do.” Held on October 8, her free online event is the beginning of paving the way to establish a strong foundational base from which to stand, diving into yourself to find your Happy Y.O.U. Info: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Tuesday Big Blend Radio "Tree Talk" Show features musical duo Dennis Haklar and Steffie Moonlady. Hear songs and the discussion about their new album "To The Universe" that connects with trees and the natural world, and is an ethereal odyssey taking you to spiritually charged spaces. Sonic textures from instruments such as the Citera, indigenous rattles, and Tibetan Singing Bowls evoke an ancient vibe. Steffie Moonlady provides mesmerizing multi-layered vocals delicately blended within the dreamscape of guitars and synthesizers by Dennis.
Having worked together for over 25 years in the recording arts, Dennis and Steffie have nurtured their sound. They have been honored to work with many legends, including Jon Anderson of Yes, Giovanni Hidalgo, Larry Coryell, Mark Egan, and many more. More: https://www.dennishaklar.com & https://www.steffiemoonlady.com
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera. See her gallery: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Military Monday Show features internationally acclaimed and award-winning historian and author Mike Guardia who discusses his new book, "Skybreak: The 58th Fighter Squadron in Desert Storm." The top MiG Killers of Operation Desert Storm.
August 1990: Iraqi forces under the command of Saddam Hussein invaded the tiny emirate of Kuwait. Within hours, the Kuwaiti defenses collapsed under the onslaught of the Iraqi Army. In response, the US military led a coalition of thirty-four nations in what became known as Operation Desert Storm—a violent air and ground campaign to eject the Iraqis from Kuwait. At the tip of the spear were the men of the US Air Force’s 58th Fighter Squadron. Based on hours of interviews and archival research, "Skybreak" reveals an intimate, no-holds-barred account of modern aerial combat…as told by the men who lived it. More: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Berkley, California singer-songwriter Robert Stoner, who has just released his debut album "Year of Pain." He has written and performed music for many years, and now with the help of producer Ben Bernstein, wrote and recorded YEAR OF PAIN over the last year. This impressively strong debut showcases his personal and nuanced grappling with issues ranging from the specific challenges of children growing up and keeping a marriage fresh, to the trials and tribulations of our modern times. More: https://robertstoner.bandcamp.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Claire Bellerjeau and Tiffany Yecke Brooks, co-authors of the book “Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth,” an amazing tale of spying and slavery during the Revolutionary War.
The book is out now through Lyons Press. "Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution" is a fascinating historical narrative that takes place in the North during the 18th century and details the intertwining of two lives, a Revolutionary War spy, Robert Townsend and an enslaved woman, known only as Elizabeth or Liss. Robert Townsend, one of America’s first spies, is credited with being instrumental in the colonies’ victory in the Revolutionary War. Liss’ life travails, as laid out in this riveting creative nonfiction, coupled with her intelligence, beauty and prowess, position her as a new figure in the founding story of America. More: https://www.espionageandenslavement.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Wednesday "Tucson Sisters in Crime" Show features Dr. Millicent Eidson, author of an alphabetical microbial mystery series.
In the first novel “Anthracis,” the spectacular southwestern desert is alive with Bacillus anthracis spores. Maya Maguire, new veterinarian with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, battles the largest and most complex anthrax outbreak in U.S. history. More: https://drmayamaguire.com
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
From pocket parks and gardens to historic sites and architectural walking tours, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday 'Go Natchitoches' Show focuses on historic homes and gorgeous gardens in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, and Cane River National Heritage Area, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. Plan your visit here: https://natchitoches.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, it's all about Music and Memories in Manchester, England with travel/wine writer Hilarie Larson and Suzy & Simon founders of the Starlite Campbell Band.
Renowned for their distinctive songwriting, unique sound with beautifully produced recordings, onstage chemistry and electrifying live shows, European and British blues award nominees the Starlite Campbell Band are Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell who fell in love on stage and married following a whirlwind musical romance. Along with a lively conversation, this episode features their singles "Gaslight" and "Lay It Out on Me" which are featured on their new album "The Language of Curiosity" which releases on Nov. 5, 2021. (Band photo by Sandra Ventura.) Info: https://shop.starlite-campbell.com/
On their way to Italy, travel writer Hilarie Larson and her husband Craig made a musical detour to Manchester UK to see Suzy and Simon perform live at The Met in Bury. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/manchester-music-and-memories/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Way Back When history show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her experiences visiting historic Abraham Lincoln sites and attractions in Springfield, Illinois, including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Lincoln Depot, plus, the Illinois State Capitol building. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/springfield-is-abemazing/
Prop 22 exempted rideshare companies like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash from the new independent contractor law in California called the ABC law. Recently, a judge ruled that Prop 22 violates the California Constitution. Hear what San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs has to say on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express Business & Career Show, and read his article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/prop-22-unconstitutional/
Small Business panel discussion covering Buy Local Norfolk, an organization in England with a purpose to highlight the hugely important sustainability, diversity and community roles played by businesses that are proudly local and independent to this fine county. Info: https://www.buylocalnorfolk.org.uk/
Featured Big Blend Radio Guests:
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Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours - www.Norfolk-Tours.co-uk
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Artist Maryanne Old - https://www.maryanneold.com/
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Katharine Wolstenholme of College Farm Bed & Breakfast and Wedding Venue - http://www.collegefarmnorfolk.co.uk/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday Vacation Station 'Food Wine & Travel' Show with IFWTWA features travel writer, author, tour guide, and educator Elsa van der Byl who discusses her new memoir "Hippos, Hotspots, and Homelands: An Educator’s Journey in South Africa during Apartheid and Beyond." More at: https://travelswithelsa.com
Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) for sponsoring this monthly Big Blend Radio show. Learn more: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Our featured guest on this episode of Big Blend Radio is critically acclaimed musician, songwriter, and singer Billy Livesay, best known for his work with E Street Band legend Clarence Clemons as his guitarist and vocalist. Billy has released a new album with his group The Livesays. “Not What I Bargained For," a memorable hybrid of melody, rhythm and message, is the band’s fifth album, and it's out now. More: https://www.thelivesaysmusic.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday Vacation Station 'Food Wine & Travel' Show with IFWTWA covers Lansing, Michigan with travel writer Amy Piper, author of the new guide book "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die." Read Amy's story about what to experience in Lansing during each of the four seasons: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/loving-lansing-michigan-through-the-seasons/
Learn more about Amy's book "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die" published by Reedy Press: https://www.reedypress.com/shop/100-things-to-do-in-lansing-before-you-die/
Follow Amy's adventures on her blog "Follow the Piper" https://followthepiper.com/
Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) for sponsoring this monthly Big Blend Radio show. Learn more: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 'Garden Gossip' Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures in Chicago Botanic Garden, a world-class destination.
Every year, over one million people visit this acclaimed attraction. Situated on 385 acres on and around nine islands, with six miles of lake shoreline, the garden is impressive in size, range of garden styles, and quality of flora. It’s also a mecca for youth and adult educational programs, gardening assistance, research, horticulture therapy, exhibitions, carillon bell concerts, and other special events. Read Debbie's article on the garden here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicago-botanic-garden-is-a-vibrant-living-museum/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" History show focuses on Strong Women in the American West, specifically in Colorado.
FEATURED GUESTS
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Linda Ballou author of "Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird." She takes you on a heady ride from the lush Hawaiian Islands to the majestic Rocky Mountains where she meets a mercurial mountain man. Info: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/
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Pat Benedict Jurgens, author of the award-winning novel "Falling Forward: A Woman’s Journey West." This is the story of an ordinary woman who meets life’s unexpected turns with strength and resilience. Info: https://patjurgens.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Garden Gossip Show features Sabina Palermo, author of "Hi Cacti: Growing Houseplants & Happiness."
Plant care is self-care. As we all know, spending time with nature reduces stress, anxiety and depression while boosting your immune system, reducing blood pressure, aiding sleep and improving concentration. "Hi Cacti" shares how to say hello to 20 easy-to-love houseplants, and goodbye to life’s stresses as you learn to mindfully care for your plants, and yourself. This book is perfect for budding beginners or green goddesses alike & rooted in a journey of self-awareness. Learn through mindful moments of watering, nurturing & simply appreciating plants how to grow alongside your own leafy buddies.
More: https://hicacti.com/pages/hi-cacti-book
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features Kumu Hulu Nui (Feather Master of Ancient Hawaiian Featherwork) Rick San Nicolas, the latest National Parks Arts Foundation's artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Rick has been doing Hawaiian featherwork for over 25 years and shares his work through teaching, public exhibits, and on display in museums around the world. More: http://www.hawaiianfeathers.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio shines the spotlight on historic L Street in downtown Tulare, right in the heart of California's Sequoia Country. Featured guests include Don and Janet LeBaron who share the street's revitalization project, public art murals, and converted a 1951 Convair T-29A airplane that's now the Flying Taco restaurant; Stewart Canby owner of the popular Hedgerow House Antiques & Gifts; and Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce. For more about Tulare visit http://www.tularechamber.org/
For more about Tulare and California's Sequoia Country, visit https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features innkeeper Tiffany Bertram, who along with her husband Bob, owns and manages Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast in Bismarck, Arkansas. Hear about the B&B, and how to make her Green Chile Egg Bake and Coconut Banana Bread. You see her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/breakfast-at-tiffanys/
Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is a lovely log-cabin style bed and breakfast, beautifully situated in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, just 14 miles from Hot Springs, and 5 miles from DeGray Lake. All rooms feature luxury bedding, private baths (2 with jetted tubs), and home cooked breakfasts. Tiffany’s sits on 62 acres of woodlands and is a National Wildlife Federation “Certified Wildlife Habitat”. There are walking trails to explore, an outdoor firepit, gardens, and a full-length front porch that provides an excellent bird watching vantage point. Learn more, see photos, and hear our first Big Blend Radio chat with Bob & Tiffany here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/tiffanys-bed-breakfast/
Enjoy a fun and lively Big Blend Radio "Garden Gossip" chat with Tori Cox, an avid houseplant and gardening hobbyist, potter, and crafter in Johnson City, Tennessee. Hear about the unique plant pots she crafts and some of her tips on caring for house plants. View her plant pot photo gallery and online shop here: https://www.torishandcrafted.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features San Francisco Bay Area roots music man Blind Lemon Pledge (aka James Byfield) who discusses his latest and ninth album, "A Satchel Full of Blues." The collection of a dozen new tracks, delivered as a mostly mellow but not entirely acoustic affair, are an homage to the songwriters who influenced him since his youth and as he says, “launched his ongoing fascination with the magic synergy between melody and lyrics.” More: https://blindlemon-pledge.com/
From outdoor shopping and dining destinations to public art adventures, nature walks, and bird watching, this episode of Big Blend Radio covers Parks and Outdoor Recreation in beautiful Costa Mesa in Southern California. Featured guests include Cynthia D'Agosta of Fair View Park, and Kim Glen of Travel Costa Mesa. Learn more about Costa Mesa at https://travelcostamesa.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat Drink & Be Merry" Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures on Show Me Seattle’s Taste Pike Place Market Food Tour. Pike Place Market has the distinction of being the longest, continuously operating farmer’s market in the U.S. It is a nine-acre historic site that is its own special community right in the city’s hub. Most visitors, and even some locals, don’t realize that this place is more than a public market. It’s an actual neighborhood comprised of hundreds of farmers, craftspeople, small businesses, and residents. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-pike-place-market-one-taste-at-a-time/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Wednesday "Tucson Sisters in Crime" Show features Susan Cummins Miller, a recovering field geologist and college instructor, and author of six Frankie MacFarlane, Geologist, mysteries. Her poems, short stories, and essays appear frequently in journals and anthologies. More: http://www.susancumminsmiller.com/
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
It's all about Backyarding and Outdoor Living on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip & Tree Talk" Show, with Kris Kiser, President of the Turf Mutt Foundation. From deciding what kind of outdoor space suits your lifestyle to what plants and trees to grow in your garden to make that space happen, this segment covers the joys and health benefits of gardening and backyarding, and how it creates a safe habitat for birds and wildlife, while providing a fun place for kids and pets to play in.
Learn more about the Turf Mutt Foundation and check out their tips on how to Create the Perfect Outdoor Living Space here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-create-the-perfect-outdoor-living-and-work-room/
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera. View her online gallery here: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Spreading love and positive vibes is Tamara L. Wilson's mission for her music; and it's a breath of fresh air. She believes a great song should lift your heart, warm the soul and make you feel good.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Tamara chats about her music career, songwriting process, and new EP "Let It Go" that features acclaimed blind guitarist, musician and producer Joey Stuckey, Tom Rule on piano and strings, Miguel Castro on drums, Freddy Tripp on keyboards and trumpet, Coleman Murphy on guitars, and Tim Loftin on bass. The EP was mixed and mastered by Doug Diamond. More: https://tamaralwilson.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio we welcome back critically acclaimed British blues-rock guitarist Chantel McGregor who has just released two new albums, “The Shed Sessions Volume 1 & 2.” The albums feature songs from her livestream shows she broadcasted for fans during the COVID-19 lockdown. Volume 1 is acoustic, and volume 2 is electric. She still broadcasts her Shed Session livestream shows every Saturday.
Chantel has been performing live gigs since the age of 12, schooled at a music college and achieved a First Class Honours Degree in Popular Music. Along with her current band members, Colin Sutton on bass and Thom Gardner on drums, they form an awesome power trio playing an eclectic mix of blues based tunes, composed by Chantel, ranging from traditional blues numbers complimented perfectly by the purity of her singing voice, to a much more raunchy blues rock style. And boy, can that girl play guitar! More at https://www.chantelmcgregor.com/
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation - https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
The new book “Stone Soup for a Sustainable World: Life-Changing Stories of Young Heroes” features the stories of 100 young climate change trailblazers, environmental justice changemakers, educator champions, sustainable business leaders, intergenerational legacy figures, green inventors and entrepreneurs, and emerging island leaders from 38 countries worldwide and 32 U.S. cities. It invites readers to take concrete actions to support these young heroes and their organizations, and to help them maximize their impact in building a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Marianne Larned, best-selling author of the “Stone Soup for the World” series and the founder of the Stone Soup Leadership Institute, a 501c3 non-profit organization that develops multicultural educational digital tools and Sustainability Summits to empower young people to become leaders for a more sustainable world. Plus, young climate change activist Iris Zhan who is featured in “Stone Soup for a Sustainable World” and is known for her work in creating HoCo Climate Action, and Fridays For Future Digital (FFFD).
More at www.stonesoupleadership.org/book and https://fffdigital.carrd.co/
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show features Dr. Jackie Eubany, a board certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story.” On this episode she discuss heart health during pregnancy.
Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the US, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. Silence is one of the most deadly aspects of women's heart disease. Through anecdotes and friendly, jargon-free advice, Dr. Jackie shares with readers of her book “Women & Heart Disease” how to: reduce their risk by up to 80%; how to recognize a heart attack earlier; and how to make the healthiest choices for your heart and your loved ones. Dr Jackie’s Cardiovascular Wellness Institute of OC is based in Orange, CA with a second office in Irvine, CA. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dr-jacqueline-eubany/
From guided cemetery tours and the Dark Woods Haunted Attraction to the Folk Art Festival and Christmas Festival of Lights, this episode of Big Blend Radio's new 2nd Tuesday "Go Natchitoches" Show focuses on Fall Festivals, Events, Shopping, Dining, and Seasonal Activities. Featured guest is Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. More: https://www.natchitoches.com/ (Note: The Meat Pie Festival mention in the interview has been cancelled for 2021.)
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, and it is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, the Cane River Heritage Area, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
In 2006, Silver City, New Mexico was put on the map as an art town by John Villani in his book “The 100 Best Art Towns in America”. What was true in 2006 has grown exponentially with the arrival of new visual artists, musicians, and writers, the development of art festivals and workshops, numerous galleries, international exhibitions, and the formation of a fine art museum and art center in the process.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick gives an overview of the arts scene in Silver City and Grant County in Southwest New Mexico, including the new development of the Southwest Regional Museum of Art and Art Center. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-the-arts-in-silver-city-new-mexico
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer Mary Farah who shares her "glamping" experience at The Monhicans Treehouse Resort and Wedding Venue. Located on 75 wooded acres in the heart of the beautiful Mohican Valley, The Mohicans Treehouse Resort is a luxury resort located in Glenmont, Ohio. They have a variety of accommodations ranging from luxe treehouses to pristine cabins, plus, the Grand Barn wedding and event venue. Read Mary's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-reasons-to-visit-ohios-mohicans-treehouse-resort/
Learn more about IFWTWA at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features author and travel writer Linda Ballou, who shares her outdoor adventures in wonderful southwest Oregon including Momentum River Expeditions, Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor, and Oregon Redwood Trail. For full details read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-wet-wild-and-wonderful-southwestern-oregon/
Linda Ballou is a Southern California-based travel writer, and author of the books, "Embrace of the Wild," "Lost Angel in Paradise," “Lost Angel Walkabout,” “ Wai-nani: A Voice from Old Hawaii,” and “The Cowgirl Jumped Over the Moon.”
Award-winning author Sid Balman Jr. discusses his "Seventh Flag" trilogy and latest release, "Murmuration," a harrowing and timely new novel that explores Somali diaspora, immigration, white supremacy, Islamic radicalization and mixed marriages and faiths –– all topics that are part of the national conversation about what it means to be an American in the 21st century. Sid drew on his personal experiences in Somalia and visiting Somali immigrant communities in the U.S. to create the main character Charlie Christmas –– a Somali interpreter, whose journey from his homeland torn by famine and war to a new home in the U.S. is both a tale of spiritual evolution and physical struggle.
Along with being an award-winning author, Sid is a Pulitzer-nominated war and national security correspondent, and Writer in Residence at Sul Ross State University. More at https://www.sidbalman.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) focuses on the Annual IFWTWA Conference held Nov. 8-11. This exciting event will be held is St. Petersburg, Florida "Sunshine City" at the fabulous Hyatt Place Hotel Downtown. https://www.ifwtwa.org/2021-ifwtwa-conference/
FEATURED GUESTS:
CHRIS CUTLER: President of IFWTWA, Christine Cutler is a writer, photographer, editor, guide, teacher, traveler, Ohio native, Florida resident, and world citizen. She lives in Downtown St. Petersburg with her husband and crazy Welsh Terrier, but she can’t sit still very long. Follow her adventures at https://coldpastaandredwine.com/
KATHY MERCHANT: Co-Chair of the IFWTWA Conference 2021, Kathy Merchant is an author and the founder of https://vinoventurescincinnati.com/. Her wine credentials include Diploma from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, French and Italian certifications from the Wine Scholar Guild, and Certified Specialist of Wine.
SCOTT KENDALL: Co-Chair of the IFWTWA Conference 2021, Scott Kendall is Editor of https://playstayeat.com/as well as a freelance travel writer, photographer, and videographer based in The Woodlands, Texas. He has traveled extensively throughout the US and Europe, has written for numerous publications.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed Scottish hard rock vocalist Doogie White, who discusses the reissue of his solo album "As Yet Untitled." It's a dramatic and hard-hitting album and, a decade on from its original release, remains compelling and fresh. This 2CD reissue, packed with great songs and great musicians celebrates not only the anniversary but the career and talent of Doogie White himself.
Doogie is currently the lead vocalist in longtime UK hard rock band Alcatrazz, but is also known for stints performing with other amazing bands including Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow, Yngwie Malmsteen’s Rising Force, Praying Mantis, Tank, La Paz, and Michael Schenker’s Temple Of Rock. More: http://www.doogiewhite.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features Grammy nominated and award-winning musician Chihsuan Yang (Violin, Errhu, Piano), who discusses her musical journey, and being a National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. More: http://chihsuan.com/
More about the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Shelley Whizin, founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. Hear about her upcoming free online event "Soul Diving with Joy – 3 BE’s to BEing a Happy Y.O.U." held on Aug. 27, 2021, as well as her new online "BEing Conscious Program" that will run in September and October. Full details are here: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/SDwithjoy
Shelley is also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Writers Wednesday Show with Books Forward features Marcie Maxfield, author of the novel "Em's Awful Good Fortune."
What was originally meant as a memoir turned into the autofiction feminist statement, a biting comedy about a woman’s global journey to reclaim her autonomy in a relationship stretched by the unfamiliar landscape of expat life. "Em's Awful Good Fortune" is a raw exploration of the expatriate journey, not just through various countries, but through the personal road to self -discovery. More: https://marciemaxfield.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Galia Gichon who discusses her new historical fiction novel, "The Accidental Suffragist."
Over a century after women were granted the right to vote, a new voice in historical fiction, Galia Gichon, explores this pivotal moment in time through a unique and distinctive lens. It's 1911, and protagonist Helen Fox is a factory worker living in New York's tenements. When tragedy strikes in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, Helen is seduced by the cause for women’s suffrage and is soon immersed, working alongside famous activists. As Helen's involvement with the cause deepens, she encounters myriad sources of tension that test her perseverance: estrangement from her husband, ostracization by neighbors, and worry about her children's safety. More: https://www.galiagichonauthor.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, acclaimed author, writer, and poet Renée K. Nicholson discusses her memoir, "Fierce and Delicate: Essays on Dance and Illness." Renée Nicholson’s professional training in ballet had both moments of magnificence and moments of torment, from fittings of elaborate platter tutus to strange language barriers and unrealistic expectations of the body.
In "Fierce and Delicate," she looks back on the often confused and driven self she had been shaped into—always away from home, with friends who were also rivals, influenced by teachers in ways sometimes productive and at other times ordering on sadistic—and finds beauty in the small roles she performed. When, inevitably, Nicholson moved on from dancing, severed from her first love by illness, she discovered that she retained the lyricism and narrative of ballet itself as she negotiated life with rheumatoid arthritis. More at http://www.reneenicholson.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "New Music Friday" Show features California singer-songwriter Grover Anderson who shares some of the songs and stories from his new album "All The Lies That I Have Told," a collection of small town stories. Written around a high-country campfire, in a Texas Uber, and amidst Wikipedia deep dives, the songs dig a little deeper than traditional rural clichés. More at https://groveranderson.com/
Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Chef Candy Lesher, who provide an overview of Les Dames d’ Escoffier International (LDEI), an international organization of women leaders who provide leadership, educational opportunities, and philanthropic events for the larger Phoenix community. It is the only organization of its kind: a world society of professional women of high achievement in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality. Its purpose is to provide a system for communication and networking among its members. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/les-dames-d-escoffier-international-ldei-phoenix-arizona/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Wednesday "Tucson Sisters in Crime" Show features mystery author Elise M. Stone, known for her "Shipwreck Point" and "African Violet Club" mystery series.
Elise M. Stone was born in New York, went to college in Michigan, and lived in the Boston area for eight years. Ten years ago she moved to sunny Tucson, where she doesn't have to shovel snow. She’s written eleven books in two series. Her most recent novels are the “Shipwreck Point Mysteries," historical cozies featuring a Gilded Age defense attorney, a former Pinkerton detective, and an adventurous secretary. She spends her days doing her two favorite things: writing and reading. Agatha and Spenser, her two cats, keep her company while watching birds and lizards outside her office window. More: https://www.elisemstone.com/
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. More: https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
How Can Trees Boost the US Economy? This episode of Big Blend Radio's 4th Tuesday "Tree Talk" Show focuses on how achieving Tree Equity would sustain 3.8 million jobs. Featured guests from American Forests, the nation's oldest conservation organization, include Jad Daley - President & CEO, Ian Leahy - VP Of Urban Forestry, and Sarah Anderson - Director of Career Pathways.
Tree Equity Score combines socioeconomic status, existing tree cover, population density and other information for 150,000 neighborhoods and 486 metropolitan areas to determine whether locations have enough trees to provide optimal health, economic and climate benefits.
Achieving Tree Equity nationwide requires planting 522 million trees, coast to coast, in metropolitan areas (places with 50,000+ people). Doing so would sustain 3.8 million jobs and annually absorb 9.3 million tons of carbon – the equivalent of taking 92 million cars off the roads. As the trees mature, they would mitigate 56,613 tons of particle pollution annually.
Planting and taking care of trees can create jobs all along the urban forestry supply pipeline, from digging holes to taking care of trees to creating wood furniture, plus numerous adjacent jobs held by people who support these workers (i.e., tool manufacturers, restaurants, shippers, etc).Trees also lower utility costs by shading buildings in the summer and blocking wind in the winter.
Learn more: https://www.americanforests.org/ and https://www.treeequityscore.org/
Thanks to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for sponsoring this episode. More at https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Martin Quach, Chief Growth Officer of Musiversal.com. Musiversal is designed to make anyone a music creator by making music production 10 times easier and 10 times cheaper than current industry norms. It's the only platform that gives people live access to top-tier, highly curated session musicians, vocalists, and music producers worldwide through live recording sessions.
Musiversal aims to turn the gig economy upside down. Musicians who have struggled to find enough work while the industry rakes in huge profits are freed to work hours of their choosing for wages that support them. Now, musiversal allows music creators to book sessions directly with its multifaceted stable of seasoned professionals, and collaborate and direct their sessions via live stream from anywhere in the world. This empowers music creators to create their own sound with a highly personal and human touch. More at https://www.musiversal.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Kate Wall, Senior Legislative Manager at the International Fund for Animal Welfare, who discusses the Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act. Marking a significant step for wildlife conservation, the Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act along with $400 million for projects to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, passed the United States House of Representatives as part of H.R. 3684, the INVEST in America Act. These important provisions will safeguard biodiversity while helping stimulate the U.S. economy, mitigate climate impacts, and reduce highway fatalities. More: https://www.ifaw.org/news/wildlife-corridor-legislation
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for sponsoring this episode. See: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Brett Miller, General Manager of Tulare Golf Course.
A scenic 18-Hole par 72 public course for all skill levels, Tulare Golf Course is conveniently located off central California freeway 99, between Fresno and Bakersfield. The course features Bent Grass Poa greens, Bermuda fairways, and tees. The elevated greens on the front nine will challenge even the best ball strikers. The fairways are outlined with Eucalyptus and Chinese Pistachio trees, and the course plays much tighter than the 127 slope from the blue tee markers. Tulare Golf Course has a Pro Shop and the 9 Iron Bar & Grill, an American Diner specializing in hearty breakfast and lunch. More at https://tularegolf.com/
Recorded on-site, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Ruth Andrus who shares how to make her delicious scone recipe. Ruth and her husband Ken are the innkeepers of Leonard at Logan House Bed and Breakfast located in the historic Heritage Hill neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan. See Ruth's scone recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-scones/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's new 2nd Tuesday "Go Natchitoches" Show focuses on the Cane River Heritage Trail in Natchitoches Parish. Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, and it is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, the Cane River Heritage Area, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
This episode features:
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Arlene Gould & Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau: https://natchitoches.com/
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Logan Schlatre of Cane River National Heritage Area: https://www.canerivernha.org/
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Barbara Justice of Cane River Creole National Historical Park: https://www.nps.gov/cari/index.htm
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show, award winning author and military historian Mike Guardia shines the spotlight on Richard "Dick" Winters. A renown officer in the US Army and decorated World War II veteran, Winters has been featured within numerous books and was portrayed by English actor Damian Lewis in the 2001 HBO mini-series "Band of Brothers." More about internationally recognized author Mike Guardia and his writings, here: https://mikeguardia.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Joshua Corum, lead singer and songwriter of alternative prog rock ensemble Head With Wings. Hear about the start of the band, their innovative music and videos, and new EP "Comfort in Illusion."
The three-track collection draws the listener into the isolated, agonizing, and momentarily euphoric struggle for self-actualization amidst the stifling frame of an increasingly unfamiliar world. The band's first output since 2018’s critically-acclaimed debut, “From Worry to Shame,” presents a concise summation of the group’s collective growth as artists and individuals. It dives deeper into the quartet’s textural and emotive sound exploration with a timely personal narrative of self-discovery and the anxiety of change. Get it here: https://headwithwings.bandcamp.com/album/comfort-in-illusion
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express Business & Career show features Twitter marketing specialist Keith Keller, who discusses current social media trends for small businesses.
Keith Keller is considered by many to be one of the world’s leading authorities on Twitter marketing, especially Twitter Video Marketing. He has his own podcast series called “CRACK THE TWITTER CODE” and now offers one on one consulting to clients all over the world via Zoom. Keith is constantly researching the latest ideas and currently has a new livestreaming show called VIRTUALLY UNLIMITED TV. More at: https://globalsocialmediacoaching.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features central Florida musician Brian Smalley who discusses his acoustic novel, "Chosen," a musical murder mystery set in Belle Glade, Florida. The story is fiction, but the core of this material is very real. The album boasts a gaggle of talented folks who help to tell this nearly eighty minute story. Brian and (in order of appearance) Grant Peeples, Tony Macaluso, Lis Williamson, Christian Ward, Sam Pacetti, Marianne Lerbs, Jonathan Hodge & Lon Williamson offer up splendiferous performances which make this opera come to life. More: https://www.briansmalley.com/
Featured "Chosen" songs on this episode include "Three or Four Days a Week," and "He'd Talk About Mango."
Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show features Geoffrey Brown, co-owner of Bear Mountain Lodge in Silver City, New Mexico.
A tranquil oasis on the edge of the New Mexico wilderness, Bear Mountain Lodge is an ideal choice for quiet relaxation or unforgettable adventure. Guests enjoy refined and restful accommodations in breathtaking surroundings, with easy access to hiking, cycling, horseback riding, bird watching, nature study and wilderness. More: https://bearmountainlodge.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Music Monday show features Swiss guitarist Stephan Thelen and his American counterpart Jon Durant who have teamed up for an international musical conversation. The pair conceived and executed the album “Crossings” during the Covid lockdowns of 2020. Each working in his own home studio, Thelen on Lake Zürich, Durant on the Willamette River, the pair fell into a remarkable sense of shared purpose as they developed the seven tracks that comprise the album. While the album was entirely done with guitars (and one bass part), there are frequent trips into sonic spheres that bear little resemblance to the traditional sounds of the instrument they share.
More Info and to Purchase the Album: https://jondurant.bandcamp.com/ https://stephanthelen.bandcamp.com/
Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode - more: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Freddie Gonzalez, general manager of Galaxy Theatres Tulare, as well as Donnette Silva Carter, President / CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce. Freddie discusses the luxury movie experience movie goers enjoy at Galaxy Theatres Tulare, as well as the theatre’s new Dolby Atmos® sound technology.
Dolby Atmos transports you into the movie with breathtaking, 360° sound that fills the theatre and flows all around you. Dolby Atmos delivers a dramatic, immersive experience to Galaxy’s DFX auditoriums. Filmmakers now have amazing new capabilities to tell their stories to achieve the greatest expressive impact. Sound comes from all directions, including overhead, to fill the movie theatre with astonishing clarity, richness, detail, and depth. Galaxy Theatres Tulare is located in the Tulare Outlets in Tulare, California, a gateway destination for those traveling to and from Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. More: https://www.galaxytheatres.com/movie-theater/tulare
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” we talk with travel writer and photographer Julie Diebolt Price about her road tripping adventures throughout Siskiyou County, California.
Siskiyou County is home to stunning Mt. Shasta in the Siskiyou Mountain Range and draws outdoor adventurers and nature lovers during all four seasons of the year. The county borders southern Oregon with wildlife and scenic landscapes that will take your breath away in Lower Klamath National Wildlife, Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge, and Lava Beds National Monument. Read Julie's article about her off-the-beaten path Siskiyou County adventure here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/why-siskiyou-county-should-be-on-your-california-exploration-road-trip/
Broadcasting every 2nd Friday, this Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the workplace. This episode of Big Blend Radio's Success Express show features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" who discusses the changes in the workplace, as well as why it is important to find out about a company's trust culture before you apply to work there, or perhaps even continuing to work there. She also talks about how a company can build the necessary trust culture to create a positive and productive work environment. Read her blog post about it here: https://leabrovedani.com/2021/03/finding-a-positive-trust-culture/
Lea Brovedani is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader,” and is a contributing author in four other books, and is a regular guest expert on Big Blend Radio. She was recently awarded the lifetime achievement award as Top Thought Leader in Trust by Trust Across America. More at https://leabrovedani.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Writer's Wednesday" Show features award-winning and internationally recognized fiction and non-fiction author Barbara Casey. Hear about her F. I. G. Mystery series, her basketball novel "The Coach's Wife," and women's biographies "Velvalee Dickinson: The “Doll Woman” Spy," "Assata Shakur: A 20th Century Escaped Slave," and "Kathryn Kelly: The Moll Behind Machine Gun Kelly." More: https://www.barbaracaseyauthor.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” we talk with Deborah Wakefield of CityPASS, a company that creates discounted, bundled admission tickets for the top attractions in 14 North American destinations.
Using CityPASS can save you up to 50% on admission to the very best attractions in 11 North American cities, and up to 30% on admission to Southern California's top theme parks, including Disneyland. Plus, you'll skip many main ticket lines using CityPASS. From the Empire State Building and Houston Museum of Natural Science to LEGOLAND and the Seattle Space Needle, Deborah talks about some of the attractions and theme parks where CityPASS is available Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Southern California, Tampa Bay, and Toronto. Learn more at https://www.citypass.com/
Broadcasting every 2nd Tuesday, this Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Tucson artist Ted DeGrazia (1909-1982) fell under the spell of the Superstition Mountains of central Arizona. From the late 1940’s to the late 1970’s he was a frequent visitor to the mysterious mountain range, exploring the backcountry on horseback and prospecting for gold. The legends, history, natural beauty, and native cultures of the Superstitions fascinated the artist and inspired essays, drawings, and paintings for his 1972 book “DeGrazia and his Mountain – The Superstition.”
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Toast to the Arts Show features Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. Lance discusses the life of artist Ted DeGrazia and the new exhibit “DeGrazia’s Superstition Mountain Collection” on display from July 6, 2021- January 26, 2022. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More at https://degrazia.org/
Acclaimed Australian born trumpet player Sam Nester leads a diverse career as a performer and educator. He joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to Parks & The Arts" Show during his one-month National Parks Arts Foundation residency in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Hear about his music career and travels, including his Arcadia interactive sound and light installation that uses the biorhythms of plants to create music and corresponding light cues. It works by converting the fluctuations in galvanic conductance of plants to MIDI data to control MIDI instruments in real time so you can experience "plants making music." Featured music on this episode (with permission) includes "Bruny" and "Hector." More: https://samnester.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's artist residency opportunities in national parks at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show, world traveler and writer Debbie Stone talks about her wine tasting, culinary, art, and outdoor adventures in Rogue Valley. This vibrant Southern Oregon locale has it all. It’s a mecca for outdoor recreationists, nirvana for wine enthusiasts, paradise for foodies, and a magnet for arts aficionados. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/eat-drink-play-in-the-rogue-valley/
Get a Taste of England on this episode of Big Blend Radio with Glynn Burrows, family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Along with talking about the various British delicacies one can enjoy when visiting England, we also talk about local farming, and the authentic experience and importance of frequenting local establishments, no matter where one lives or travels to. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-england/
BIG BLEND RADIO HOST UPDATE: After this conversation was recorded, it has come out that Subway does indeed have real Tuna in its sandwiches.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s "Nature Connection" Show features Jad Daley, President & CEO of American Forests, the nation’s oldest national conservation organization. Hear about their first nationwide tally of Tree Equity scores, an evaluation that shows how the amount of tree cover in America’s cities is too often dependent on income and race.
The Tree Equity Score (TES) tool identifies the cities that can gain the most significant health, economic and climate benefits by increasing tree canopy in places of high need. Together we can create Tree Equity by planting and caring for trees where they are most needed. Learn more and check out your community's Tree Equity Score here: https://www.americanforests.org/our-work/tree-equity-score/
Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for sponsoring this episode. See Margot’s beautiful work and gifts here: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This fun and lively Big Blend Radio “Music Monday” conversation features Joey Stuckey, an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, radio and television personality, music columnist, educator and sound engineer. Joey is also the official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia, the “southern rock capital of the world.” Hear about his new single “Blind Man Drivin,” his recording and producing work on Tamara L. Wilson’s new EP “Let It Go,” the new mini-documentary film he’s featured in called “Don’t Blink” by Courtney Adkisson, his love for all things British, and much more!
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Author’s Sunday” Show with Books Forward features author and writer Lori McMullen who discusses her new novel, “Among the Beautiful Beasts.” Set in 1920s Miami, the book reveals the remarkable untold story of Marjory Stoneman Douglas – the woman who saved the Everglades. During a time when women were highly undervalued and opportunities were gravely limited, Marjory saw something of her own life reflected in the environmental decline that took place around her. After running away from her husband – a swindler thirty years her senior – and entering into an all-consuming affair, Marjory finds herself drained by the demanding men seeking control over her life. She finds solace in the natural world – wild and free as she longs to be. She must soon decide between comfort and safety, and a leap into the unknown. More: https://www.lorimcmullen.com/
The captivating rise of Leslie Hunt, ex. American Idol finalist and District 97 lead-singer, continues with “Ascend”, her brand new and exquisite solo 7-Track CD EP. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, she goes "Between the 2 Palms" and chats about her new music, life during the pandemic, and a whole lot more. We definitely covered a lot of ground and tried to solve the world's issues with this fun, inspiring, and candid conversation. Featured music from her new EP "Ascend" is "There You Are" and "Wolf Cried Boy." More: https://www.lesliehuntmusic.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show, San Diego employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an update on California’s COVID Mandates, plus, an interesting discussion on what lies ahead in the future. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-whipsaw-of-cal-osha-covid-regulations/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 4th Wednesday “Tucson Sisters in Crime” show features BJ Kurtz who has called southern Arizona home for her entire life. She wrote her first full-length fantasy novel when she was a sophomore in high school, which would later turn into the first novel in her successful Atlantis series. BJ prides herself on writing character-driven stories that question the power of human relationships while entertaining readers with the essence of paranormal and fantasy plots. More: https://bjkurtz.com/
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community. https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features executive coach Terry Warren who discusses his book, “The Art of Choice: Making Changes that Count in Work and Life,” an informative and inspirational decision-making guide. Drawing on interviews with successful businesspeople and his own professional experience, Warren shows us how using intentionality, commitment, and accountability can empower us to make positive, lasting, and life-changing choices. More: https://warrenexecutivecoach.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features Mark Rechler, lead vocalist, songwriter, keyboardist, and band leader of Circus Mind. Based in new York, Circus Mind is entering their twentieth year and have just released their third album JOY MACHINE, a fresh explosion of sounds and flavors of the ’70s rock era with a modern twist. Like a three-ring circus, the band can slide seamlessly between rock, funk, and swampy N’awlins grooves, all while referencing some of the best bands of that era with infectious hooks that get stuck in your ear hole. Songs featured on this interview include the title track "Joy Machine" and "Are You Ready." More: https://www.circusmindband.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Adrianne Hillman, founder of Salt + Light Works, a 501(c)3 designated charitable organization located in Tulare County, California. The mission of Salt + Light is to cultivate community through dignified homes, jobs and healing for neighbors experiencing homelessness in Tulare County.
They are working to develop and build California’s first ever master-planned community that will provide dignified homes, jobs, services, and community for those experiencing chronic homelessness in Tulare County. Learn more: https://www.saltandlightworks.org/
Recorded onsite, this Big Blend Radio interview features Amy King, curator at the Tulare County Museum of Farm Labor and Agriculture located in Mooney Grove Park in Visalia, California.
The Tulare County Museum houses one of the largest Native American basket collections in California as well as artifacts of the pioneer era, agriculture equipment, restored buildings and many other treasures that tell the history of Tulare County. The newest addition to the museum is the History of Farm Labor and Agriculture Museum, where each cultural group and their contributions to farm labor and agriculture will be featured. More: https://tularecountymuseum.org/
Recorded onsite at The River Steakhouse at Eagle Mountain Casino in California's Sequoia Country, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ador Cardenas and Chef Manuel "Patrick" Carbajal. Hear about the casino's dining and gaming options, concerts, and upcoming expansion and relocation within the Porterville community.
Known locally as "The People's Casino," Eagle Mountain Casino is a full-service casino that's owned and operated by the Tule River Tribe. It features over 1200 slot machines, 10 table games, four award winning dining options, concerts, The Summit Club and more. Eagle Mountain Casino always supports the local community and is a short drive from cities and towns within Tulare and Kern Counties. More: https://www.eaglemtncasino.com/
Krystal Riordan watched as her boyfriend beat a teenage Jennifer Moore to death in a vermin-infested New Jersey hotel room. Could she have stopped it? Or could she be his next victim? Now, Krystal is serving a maximum 30-year sentence, while the man who beat Jennifer to death received only a 50-year sentence.
So what does it take to survive in a maximum security lockdown for 30 years? Is it possible to thrive? The answers only lead to more questions in Stephanie Dickinson’s raw and emotional look into the criminal justice system and how it’s failed not just one but countless victims of violence. And what unfolds is a beautiful depiction of moral ambiguity, loss and redemption within the confines of the prison walls and beyond.
This Big Blend Radio Quality of Life "Author's Wednesday" Show with Books Forward features longtime author Stephanie Dickinson, author of "Razor Wire Wilderness." More: http://stephaniedickinson.net/books.html
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show features Erin Gilchrist, innkeeper and owner of the historic A Tuscan Estate Bed & Breakfast in downtown McMinnville, the heart of Oregon's Wine Country. This 1928 historic Colonial Style bed and breakfast is decorated with Old-World flair including comfortable furnishings and beautiful hardwood floors. Guests enjoy a delicious three-course, gourmet breakfast and comfortable guest rooms with private ensuite baths, TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and robes along with traditional lodging amenities. In warm weather months, soak up the Willamette Valley sun while enjoying a glass of wine on one of the bed and breakfast’s patios, porches, and gardens. More: https://a-tuscanestate.com/
Rena “Rusty" Kanokogi is recognized around the world as “the mother of women’s judo” for her immense contribution to the sport and her work ensuring women’s inclusion for the female competitors at the international level. In her more than fifty year career, she became the first women to attain the rank of seventh degree black belt, founded the first Women’s World Judo Championship in 1980, and was the driving force behind women’s judo inclusion in the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show, Rena's daughter Jean Kanokogi, PhD, talks about her Mom’s life as documented in her memoir that she co-wrote “Get Up & Fight: The Memoir of Rena “Rusty” Kanokogi, The Mother of Women’s Judo.” Along with being a Senior Special Agent for the U.S. Government, Jean is a fifth degree black belt in judo and a highly respected sensei. More: https://www.rustykanokogi.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Author’s Sunday Show with Books Forward, Kimberly Hess talks about her groundbreaking biography covering the life of Sarah. B. Cochran “The Coal Queen.”
From expanding her company, to becoming a respected benefactor of her community, often rivaling the efforts of more well-known philanthropists such as Andrew Carnegie, the biography “A Lesser Mortal: The Unexpected Life of Sarah B. Cochran” reveals the little-known story of a woman from American history who was constantly doing the unthinkable. The book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lesser-Mortal-Unexpected-Sarah-Cochran-ebook/dp/B08XQTGVJ5
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show features Eli Matthews & Ashley Cates of Travel Medford in Oregon's Rogue Valley. From Wine Tasting to Crater Lake National Park, Festivals to Sports Events and more, hear what there is to experience in Medord and the Rogue Valley this summer and fall. More: https://www.travelmedford.org/
Thank you International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association https://www.ifwtwa.org/
The U.S. may lay claim to Hollywood, but truth is, it often takes a global village to make a movie. Going as far back the early days of film, world events often forced actors, technicians, set decorators, costume designers, and cinematographers from Central and Eastern Europe, most notably Hungary, to seek refuge in Hollywood.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features writer and Hungary travel expert Diane Dobry who shares the rich film history between Hollywood and Hungary. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hollywood-loves-hungary/
Thank you IFWTWA https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Zane Zway of Exclusive Tents who talks about their custom crafted glamping and resort tents that are commissioned around the world. Exclusive Tents was founded in 2005, but have been perfecting their craft since 1984.
The company was started by two families that came together to make the most durable and luxurious glamping tents on the market. Every stitch stitched, every piece of canvas cut, and every welded piece of steel is their form of art. Exclusive Tents has a mission of keeping things eco friendly, with minimal footprint, and integrating nature within their designs. More: https://www.exclusivetents.com/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Nature Connection Show features Kathleen Dodge, Raptor Education Director at Chintimini Wildlife Center in Corvalis, Oregon. Chintimini treats the urgent and often life-threatening needs of animals harmed or orphaned by human activity through their Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic. Their clinic treats more than 2,000 injured and orphaned animals each year. Their preventative efforts take the form of a number of educational outreach programs locally. More: https://chintiminiwildlife.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA is all about summer fun in Palm Springs, California. Featured guests are Kimberli Munkres of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels and Karina Castaneda of Los Arboles Hotel and El Mirasol restaurants. Stay independent and find yourself in the real Palm Springs! More at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/
Special thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Association (IFWTWA) https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" Show features Brandon Teskey, Chris Tex, and Alyssa Swartz from the Arizona blues-rock band Until the Sun, who discuss their latest album "Drowning in Blue." The new album touches on the depths of human emotion, in the face of sorrow, love, betrayal, overcoming adversity, infatuation and existential collapse. More: https://untilthesun.com/home
What is the "new normal" going to look like? In considering our future post COVID, Sarah Elliston shares how it is helpful to remember that all behavior is purposeful; we act to achieve something or experience something. Hear about Choice Theory and how to use a Priority Ladder to make decisions. Read Sarah's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/confusion-after-covid/
Sarah is the author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us, is a faculty member of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory, and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization and Parent Effectiveness Training. More: https://sarahelliston.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features acclaimed painter Alice Leese. Hear about her artistic process, life on her family's ranch in west Texas, and upcoming 1-month National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) residency off-grid on Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park. Alice was also an NPAF artist-in-residence at Fort Union National Monument and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. See Alice's art at https://www.aliceleese.com/
Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation and their unique artist residencies in parks across the country: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth shares how to make her recipe, Spicy Chickpea-Rice Burgers with BBQ Sauce. See the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Author's Show with Books Forward, writer and author J. Lawrence Matthews discusses his new novel, “One Must Tell The Bees: Abraham Lincoln and The Final Education of Sherlock Holmes.” This evocative tale through time transports Sherlock Holmes to America to meet Lincoln during the Civil War.
It begins in 1918 in the English countryside where the world’s greatest detective has retired to tend his bees and write his memoirs — memoirs that reveal the full story of his journey to America, first as a junior chemist at the DuPont gunpowder works in Wilmington, then as a companion for young Tad Lincoln on what turns out to be the evening of President Lincoln’s assassination — and finally as an unsung participant in the electrifying manhunt for the assassin, John Wilkes Booth. It is Holmes’s very first case. But, as "One Must Tell The Bees" reveals, it is nothing like his final education …
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Author's Show, award-winning author Clifford Garstang talks his latest novel, “Oliver’s Travels” that combines his international experience and Midwestern and Virginia roots, and explores the search for truth — in what we tell ourselves and others — and the challenges of healing broken families. In this philosophical mystery, a young man searches the world for his missing uncle, whom he hopes can unlock the secret that threatens to destroy their family.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed blues singer Patti Parks, who discusses her new album “Whole Nother World.” Produced by Grammy award-nominated blues great Kenny Neal, the album was recorded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at Brookstown Recording Studios (Kenny Neal’s studio), and is released on Kenny’s Booga Records label.
A riveting live performer, Patti has a soulful, sensual voice that does immense justice to her uplifting blend of Chicago blues, Memphis soul and tasty funk. She has performed at numerous blues and music festivals and clubs throughout the country including the Blues 'n March Festival, Ellicottville Blues Festival, Niagara Thunder, Kalamazoo Music Festival, Blues in the Valley, Crystal Beach Concert Series in Canada, the Northeast Jazz Festival and National Women in the Blues Showcase, among many others. Patti is also a working nurse and creator of the Nurs’n Blues education program, which she developed to help high risk children at drug rehab centers.
Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 4th Wednesday “Tucson Sisters in Crime” show features Arizona based mystery writer Paula F. Winskye. She is the author of the Tony Wagner mysteries, Randy McKay mysteries, and has published the first in her Lunar Enforcement mystery series. In addition to mysteries, Winskye has published a middle-grade novel, romances, and family saga novels. She has finished a screenplay of “The Reverend Finds His Calling,”her first Tony Wagner mystery. When she is not writing, she is a Navajo County Sheriff’s Auxiliary Volunteer.
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community.
Featured music on this episode is “Little Liar” by The Joiners.
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded on-site at The Downtown Dream, a unique co-working hub, meeting and special event space for entrepreneurs, freelancers, creators, and students, in historic downtown Tulare, California. Hear about Tulare’s business growth, current real estate market, and positive community spirit. Featured guests include Jacob Fraga, Blake Shawn, and Zack Slover - The Downtown Dream founders and realtors at The Shawn Team, and Donnette Silva Carter - CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce.
Located in central California, Tulare is a gateway destination for those traveling to and from Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. The city thrives on agricultural, and is internationally known for the Annual World Ag Expo. Tulare has a charming historic downtown district with a beautiful series of murals, and is also home to the Tulare Outlet Shopping Center, Ag Ventures & Antique Tractors Museum, and Tulare Historic Museum.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for this fun Big Blend Radio wine tasting party recorded onsite at Totem Market & Gifts and Deli, located right near the entrance of Sequoia National Park in Three Rivers, Calfiornia.
Talking about wine, chocolate, art, and Three Rivers as a park travel destination, featured guests include: Pam Lockhart - Totem Market & Gifts and Deli + Sequoia Pacific Holiday Homes, mixed media artist Susan Ardesch - Blue Heron Studio, and chocolatier and confectioner extraordinaire Reni Underwood of Sequoia Goods.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Success Express “Writer’s Wednesday” Show features Chelsea Apple, Content Coordinator at Books Forward. Enjoy this fascinating conversation on how and why audio books are growing in popularity, and how digital technology and creativity have merged into a unique audio experience for readers. It’s an exciting time for authors, voice over artists and narrators, digital content creators, and of course, their audience!
A full-service literary publicity company that is part of the veteran JKS Communications brand, Books Forward has been connecting great authors with readers for more than 20 years. Books Forward exemplifies excellence in book marketing and promotion. Representing New York Times bestsellers, national award-winning books, and books that catch fire on social media and in the digital realm, they create ambitious campaigns with unlimited possibilities for sparking national and regional media stories, and creatively cut through the noise of more than 3,000 books published on average each day. They represent some of the finest publishers, authors and books around the world, with clients hailing from 50 states and seven countries.
Featured music on this episode is "Rachel Writes Rock Songs" by the Tall Men Group.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Music Monday” Show features singer-songwriter Deborah Crooks from the California band Bay Station. Hear about some of the songs and stories from their new EP “Beyond the Safe & Sound.”
Named for the historic train station in Alameda, California, near where its core members live, Bay Station organically came together in 2013 after Deborah Crooks and Kwame Copeland began co-writing after years making music as solo artists. They soon brought in fellow Alamedan Steve Waters on lead guitar and vocals. As they did on their previous three releases, Your Own Reaction (2014 under their former name, KCDC), Go Out and Make Some (2016) and Other Desert Cities (2018), they called on Ben Bernstein and Mike Stevens to round out the rhythm section.
Bay Station continues to blend elements of folk, rock, blues and Americana on their fourth recorded collection. Originally planning to head to the east coast to record with Stevens in his Connecticut studio, the band pivoted after the pandemic hit, staying local, and playing weekly porch concerts for their neighbors. Motivated by current events, they began writing new songs and shelving others that no longer seemed relevant to the project. In mid-summer, they started recording tracks at home, sending digital files to Bernstein and Stevens to complete their parts. Out on all digital platforms, “Beyond the Safe & Sound” reflects on a year like no other.
While some 30% of all marriages end in divorce, that rate goes up to 50% when one of the partners suffers from an alcohol use disorder. On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show, author Chantal Jauvin discusses her new book “Love Without Martinis: How Couples Build Healthy Relationships in Recovery, Based on Real Stories.” Over the past 5 years, Jauvin has interviewed top specialists on substance use disorders and dozens of couples working through recovery together. Using these true stories, Jauvin set out to model for readers how couples in recovery can go from dysfunctional and/or “codependent” relationships to healthy functioning relationships if they commit to doing the hard work. Out now and available in paperback and as an e-book, ”Love Without Martinis” is a groundbreaking book that acknowledges recovery among couples is a unique and vital need.
Featured music is “Life” by Josh Pfeiffer.
Arizona wine, like other areas of the southwest, goes back to the 1600s and Spanish missions. Today the Grand Canyon State is home to three wine regions with two designated AVAS. The grape varieties cultivated in Arizona range from Spanish to French, encompassing a wide range of styles. Most wineries now lean towards the Mediterranean varieties.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), travel/wine writer Cori Solomon gives an overview of Arizona’s wine regions, grape varieties, and wineries. Read Cori’s Arizona Wine article on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music is “Summer Wine” by Shelley King
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Writer’s Wednesday” Show with Books Forward features Julie Ryan McGue who discusses her debut memoir, “Twice a Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family & Belonging.”
Julie McGue is adopted. And she is also a twin. But because their adoption was closed, she and her sister lack both a health history and the names of their birth parents — which becomes pertinent for Julie when, at 48 years old, she finds herself facing several serious health issues. McGue’s poignant and hopeful memoir chronicles the complex search for her uncharted family history.
Featured music is “Where the Rain Falls” by Kimia Penton.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Long Island singer-songwriter Chris St John who shares some of the songs and stories behind his highly anticipated debut album “I’m Dreaming.” Over the last quarter century, St. John has truly led a diverse and successful professional career in the field of law as a prosecutor, judge and practicing attorney.
Now, his dream of lateral success in the music business is starting to become a reality. His album “I’m Dreaming” includes 13 original songs plus a cover of “Peggy O,’” and a musical score that connects two compositions. Chris St John’s music draws from multiple genres, utilizing an array of instruments. Each song leaves the listener intently waiting for the next surprise.
Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show features a conversation with Jenny True, a nationally recognized columnist for Romper, where she publishes advice on pregnancy and parenting, as well as on her popular blog Jenny True: An Excruciatingly Personal Mommy Blog, which was a finalist for the Mom 2.0 2019 People's Choice Awards. Jenny talks about some of the content covered in her new book “You Look Tired: An Excruciatingly Honest Guide to New Parenthood,” a totally honest, tell-it-like-it-is guide for new moms and parents who don't want any more advice.
Featured music is “Who, Who” by The Joiners.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays MOTHER’S DAY Show, airing live from Madison, Wisconsin.
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Shelley Whizin - Author of “What Do You Bring to the Table?”
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Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" Author & Speaker
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Glynn Burrows - Owner of Norfolk Tours and family history expert
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Dr. Jackie Eubany - Author of “Women and Heart Disease”
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Steve Schneickert - Hollywood Historian and performer
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Sarah Elliston - Author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person”
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Judi Cohen - Luxury off-the-beaten path world traveler and writer
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Margot Carrera - Fine art nature photographer
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Angela Laws - Community Manager of Trustedhousesitters.com
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and the Rose Bed & Breakfast
Plus hear Steve Schneickert's Hollywood History of Women Activists segment, and music by Mom singer-songwriters Nicki Kris, Shelley King, and Lizzie Harrah & The Madisons.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts & Parks Show, airing live online from Madison, Wisconsin.
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Fort Union National Monument - Park Superintendent Lorenzo Vigil discusses Fort Union’s rich cultural and military history, as well as the visitor experience. Located in northern New Mexico, Fort Union was the largest frontier military post and supply center of the southwest. It also was the hub of commerce, national defense, and migration at the final stretch of the Santa Fe Trail.
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National Parks Arts Foundation - NPAF Founder Tanya Ortega shares some of the upcoming 1-month artist residency opportunities in national park units across the country, as well as the Foundation’s new fundraising initiatives.
Plus, we will rebroadcast Steve Schneickert's National Parks Hollywood History segment. Featured music and poetry: “Prayer for the Past” by Evren Ozan, “Spirits Still Remain” by Mike Moutoux, and “Clouds Alive in Wild Paint” by Mae Edwards.
Big Blend Radio’s “ Writers Wednesday” show with Books Forward shines the spotlight on Rachel Field, a National Book Award–winning novelist, a Newbery Medal–winning children’s writer, a poet, playwright, and rising Hollywood success in the early twentieth century. She died at the age of 47 -- right at the pinnacle of her personal happiness and professional acclaim. Fifty years later, writer Robin Clifford Wood went to live in Rachel’s long-neglected home on the rugged shores of an island in Maine and began dredging up Rachel’s history.
On this episode, Robin discuss her book THE FIELD HOUSE, a compelling blend of biography and memoir, that recounts the remarkable life of writer Rachel Field from the perspective of a woman who lived in Field’s old, neglected island home in Maine, sparking a unique sisterhood across time.
Featured music is “Silver Ghost” by James Saunders.
Join us for Big Blend Radio’s “Military Monday” Show, airing live from Madison, Wisconsin with Mike Guardia and Jim Pidgeon.
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Mike Guardia is an internationally-recognized author and military historian, US Army veteran, and Big Blend Radio military history expert and guest co-host. Mike served six years on active duty (2008-2014) as an Armor Officer. On this episode, Mike will discuss his new book “Days of Fury: Ghost Troop and the Battle of 73 Easting.” Showcasing the frontline heroes of America’s greatest tank battle, “Days of Fury” is a riveting true story of tank warfare in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm.
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Jim Pidgeon is an American veteran who spent 4 years in the US Navy, from 1969 to 1973, where he served on the USS Kitty Hawk as a Flight Deck Trouble Shooter during the Vietnam War. Based in Tulare, California, Jim is very active in AMVETs on a local, statewide, and national level. He was recognized as 2013 Veteran of the Year by then 26th District Assembly member Connie Conway and was awarded the Bronze Helmet 2009 AMVET California Veteran of the Year. He is co-founder of the 22 EVERYDAY Push Up Challenge that promotes awareness for veteran suicide prevention while honoring military service members and veterans.
Featured music: “Velocity” by Micha Schellhaas, and “22 Everyday” by Jim Pidgeon.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Authors Sunday” Show with Books Forward, features D. Eric Maikranz, author of the thrilling adventure novel THE REINCARNATIONIST PAPERS that will be out through Blackstone Publishing on May 4, 2021. Shrouded in secrecy and mystery, “The Reincarnationist Papers” recounts the many lives of the troubled Evan Michaels, a criminal for hire who is haunted by memories — not only of his past, but of the past lives he has lived.
Author D. Eric Maikranz has led a multitude of lives. As a world traveler, he was a foreign correspondent while living in Rome, translated for relief doctors during a cholera epidemic in Nicaragua, and was once forcibly expelled from the nation of Laos. He has worked as a tour guide, a radio host, a bouncer, and as a Silicon Valley software executive. “The Reincarnationist Papers” is his first novel and has been adapted into the Paramount Pictures film, “Infinite,” starring Mark Wahlberg and Chiwetel Ejiofor. He is also the author of two travel books, “Insider’s Rome,” and “Insider’s Venice.”
Featured music on this episode is “I Am” by the Walk-A-Bout.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Steve Piacente shares insights and critical lessons outlined in his LinkedIn article “Note to Sports Parents: What They’re Really Learning on the Field of Play.” These lessons include Responsibility and Consistency, Stability, Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Capability and Capacity. Steve is a former journalist turned life coach, who is certified by the International Coach Federation, and is also the Director of Training at The Communication Center in Washington, D.C. He is the award-winning author of three novels, “Pretender,” “Bella” and “Bootlicker.” His latest book is “Your New Fighting Stance: Good Enough Isn’t and You Know It.”
Featured music on this episode is “Stepping Stones” by Kimia Penton.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 4th Wednesday “Tucson Sisters in Crime” show features Lynn Nicholas, author of “Dancing Between the Beats.”
Life, Like Dance, is What Happens Between the Beats. A romp into the world of ballroom dance, shaded with a tinge of white-collar crime. Delve into the hazards of friendships, obsession, and "creative" accounting. “Dancing Between the Beats” is a character-driven novel, set in the world of studio-based ballroom dance. In the fictional dance studio, Desert DanceSport, a muddy river of betrayal, obsession, and white-collar crime meanders under the surficial glitz and glamor of ballroom dance. Expectations soon clash with reality, forcing relationships and the status quo into the upheaval of change. As everyone soon learns, life, like dance, is what happens between the beats.
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community.
Featured music on this episode is “Only the Best Dancer” by James Saunders.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life Show featuring education expert and author Bobbi DePorter who is is the Co-founder of SuperCamp, President of Quantum Learning Network, and creator of the 8 Keys of Excellence character education program. As outlined in her book, “The 7 Biggest Teen Problems & How to Turn Them Into Strengths,” Bobbi shares some of the most important techniques that you can apply to help support your teen through rough patches. You can also read her article on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Things are Loooking Up” by the Walk-A-Bout Band.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection Show, airing live from the Porterville Chamber of Commerce in California’s Sequoia Country.
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Sara Dykman - Author of “Bicycling with Butterflies: My 10,201-Mile Journey Following the Monarch Migration”
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Jim Ostdick - Author of “Walks Far Man: In Step with History on the Pacific Crest Trail”
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Shulman Smith - Singer-songwriter raising funds for the Sequoia Parks Conservancy with his song “Mineral King
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Denise Alonzo - Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest
Along with “Mineral King by Shulman Smith, featured music is “Lula’s Lullaby” by Allison August, “Alpenglow” by Evren Ozan, and "My Favorite Bridge" by Jon Roniger.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio airing live from Visalia, California. Hear about their visit to the region and what there is to see and do. Featured guest representatives from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Gary Rogers - Sequoia Parks Conservancy, Sandy Sills - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce, and Jessica Brackeen - Porterville Chamber of Commerce. Special guest segments include Steven Ptomey - Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park, Katy Young - Imagine U Children’s Museum, Reda Bennani - Best Western Americana Inn Dinuba, Bob McKellar & Elaine Brown - Farmer Bob's World.
Home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, Tulare County is known as California’s Sequoia Country, and makes for a fabulous destination offering a variety of outdoor activities, a calendar full of art events and seasonal festivals, and an eclectic selection of shopping and dining opportunities in the park gateway communities of Visalia, Porterville, Tulare, Woodlake, Dinuba, Three Rivers, and Exeter. East of Fresno, the area is an easy 4-5 hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area and 3-4 hours from Los Angeles. For more about the area visit www.DiscoverTheSequoias.com.
Featured music is “Going to California” by Makana, and "Hey Hey California" By Everett Coast.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio airing live from Tulare County, California. Hear about their visit to the region and what there is to see and do. Featured guest representatives from the Sequoia Tourism Council include Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce and Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia, plus, Jason Bonds - City of Tulare Parks & Rec, Kerissa Chapman - International Agri-Center, Noel Rosa - Rosa Brothers Milk Company, Reem Fahoum - Cool Hand Luke's Steakhouse & Saloon, Maria Rocha - Tulare Portuguese Bakery & Cafe.
Home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, Tulare County is known as California’s Sequoia Country, and makes for a fabulous destination offering a variety of outdoor activities, a calendar full of art events and seasonal festivals, and an eclectic selection of shopping and dining opportunities in the park gateway communities of Visalia, Porterville, Tulare, Woodlake, Dinuba, Three Rivers, and Exeter. East of Fresno, the area is an easy 4-5 hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area and 3-4 hours from Los Angeles. For more about the area visit www.DiscoverTheSequoias.com.
Featured music is “Taking it West” by Walk-A-Bout Band and "California Days" by Josh Pfeiffer.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Authors Sunday” Show with Books Forward features Robert Stadnik, a science fiction writer, and popular author of the Exodus Starship adventure series and Exodus Universe novels.
In “Infinite Retribution” (Phoenix Books, April 20, 2021), the latest addition to his widely-read Exodus Universe novels, humanity is ready to extend its hand out into space after nearly a century of oppression had prevented them from doing so. Now part of a newly formed alien alliance, the military commemorates this new age by building their first generation of starships to explore the unknown and fortify the solar system. But what was to be a routine survey mission for the starship INFINITY turns ominous as humanity’s greatest enemy, thought extinct, is found hidden on a remote planet. Will the crew try to make peace with the last of the Screen or will their desire for revenge overtake them?
Complementing the launch of “Infinite Retribution,” author Stadnik is also premiering redesigned book covers for the previous books in the Exodus Universe. Stadnik invites both dedicated readers and new fans alike to explore the Exodus Universe, where they will meet memorable characters such as Captain Annette Nikols, newly minted Executive Officer Frank Rola, an intergalactic drag queen and more!
Featured music is “Ring Around the Moon” by Michael and Spider.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Show. Recorded onsite, this episode featured Boyd and Mary Beth Earl, owners and innkeepers of Dreamcatcher Bed & Breakfast in Taos, New Mexico.
The Dreamcatcher was named in Readers Digest as the Most Charming Small Town Bed and Breakfast in all of New Mexico, and is the top rated Taos accommodation on Tripadvisor, Expedia and Booking.com.
At the Dreamcatcher, you will relax in your private, well-appointed southwestern casita. Unwind after a busy day of sightseeing or just chill in the various seating areas in our peaceful flower gardens. Read in the hammock or make s’mores by the outdoor firepit. The Inn is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, yet only a 10 minute walk into the heart of town, the historic Taos plaza. With a wonderful seelctions of restaurants, museums and galleries, there is no shortage of things to do here. Enjoy hiking in the Carson National Forest, or take a wild rafting ride down the Rio Grande River. The possibilities are endless!
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Show. This episode focuses on outdoor and summer fun in Natchitoches, Louisiana with Arlene Gould and Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, as well as Richard Johnson of the Caroline Dorman “Briarwood” Preserve.
Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana, and is part of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historical Trail, and is home to Cane River Creole National Historical Park, the Cane River National Heritage Area, Melrose Plantation, Kisatchie National Forest, and Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum.
Featured music is “Mori” Forest Song by Yagull.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show Shelley Whizin, who shares how to make her recipe ‘Mike’s Mighty Mediterranean Chopped Salad’ that’s featured in her latest book, “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”.
Shelley is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “The Healing Journal” and “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”.
Featured music on this episode is “Supergroove” the title track of the latest album by Andy Watts, known as Israel’s Ambassador of The Blues.
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features John Calvin, owner of the world-class and award-winning Casa Rondeña Winery in the North Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Casa Rondeña Winery was lovingly established in late 1995 as a family undertaking, with the first plantings in 1990 at the hands of vintner John Calvin. The Tasting Room opened in August 1997 and a winery building, with a commemorative Tricentennial bell tower, was completed in the autumn of 2004. In 2008, a new barrel aging and storage facility, including the Founder's Rotunda, was built in order to expand production capability of the winery and hold special events for winery members and special guests. The Tasting Room and winery is open to the public daily.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features filmmaker Christo Brock, who discusses his new craft beer documentary, BREWMANCE.
The American Craft Beer movement began with a group of restless homebrewers searching for something genuine and flavorful. Today it’s evolved into a redefinition of beer and an international cultural phenomenon. That uniquely American spirit of rebellion and innovation survives in two groups of homebrewers from Long Beach, California who are looking to open their own breweries and bring their beers to the world. These include a Christian father-son team who grew close over making beer and a retired rock star looking for the “quiet" existence of a brewery owner. With the insight and commentary of legendary brewers Ken Grossman (Sierra Nevada), Fritz Maytag (Anchor Brewing), Charlie Papazian, Vinnie Cilurzo (Russian River), Sam Calagione (Dogfish Head), Jim Koch (Boston Brewing) and others, BREWMANCE reveals the soul of craft beer in the heart of America.
Featured music on this episode is “Oceanfront Walk” by Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Robert Berry, a multi-talented producer/songwriter/vocalist/instrumentalist. Robert discusses his new album “Third Impression,” under the name 3.2. Out now on Frontiers Records, the album features the last track “Never” that Berry and his friend and mentor Keith Emerson worked on together before Emerson’s tragic passing. “Third Impression” is the follow-up to his acclaimed 2018 release, “The Rules Have Changed,:” also released under the 3.2 name.
While he’s best known for his time as the vocalist/bassist in the Emerson, Lake & Palmer offshoot, 3, that featured Emerson and Palmer, Berry’s also served a stint as the frontman in Ambrosia, along with current long running relationships performing and recording with the band Alliance (which features members from Sammy Hagar, Boston and Night Ranger) and currently as writing partner and bass player with Greg Kihn’s band. He is also the leader of December People, which has produced four albums of Christmas music arranged in the style of various classic rock artists and performs these arrangements around the holidays. The band includes members of Boston, the Sammy Hagar Band, The Tubes, Y&T, the Greg Kihn Band, amongst others. This busy guy has also released five solo albums since 1985 and also has contributed songs to a number of film soundtracks, including the Anthony Michael Hall film “Out of Bounds.”
Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Garden Gossip Show featuring special guest co-host travel writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” Show airs live from Lubbock, Texas.
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Marianne Willburn - Author of “Tropical Plants and How to Love Them”
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Jen McGuinness - Author of “Micro Food Gardening”
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Matt Adamson - Tucson Botanical Gardens
*** Read Linda Kissam's article about Tucson Botanical Gardens on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music: “Orchids & Waterfalls” by Michael & Spider, “Diva Bossa Nova” by Micha Schellhaas.
At the heart of New Mexico beats the pulse of a vibrant city. In Albuquerque, diverse cultures, authentic art and timeless traditions have helped shape our centuries-old story. No matter your interests, the city has countless opportunities for you to explore. Experience the oldest wine-growing region in the country. Sample traditional New Mexican cuisine that takes minutes to make and hundreds of years to prepare. Soar high above the city in the hot air ballooning capital of the world — a sight sure to change your perspective.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food, Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features Brenna Moore, PR & Communications Manager for Visit Albuquerque, who shares what there is to experience in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Featured music is “Great Blue Sky” by Evren Ozan.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food, Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer and world traveler Roxie LaFever.
Without an “official bucket list,” travel writer Roxie LaFever has been to all 7 continents, seen all 7 Wonders of the World, and over 40 countries. With eaWorld Trach trip, she tries to identify a way to step out of her comfort zone and help her readers "live in the moment." Whether she's jumping off a mountain in Rio to hang-glide down to the beach, exploring the world's largest waterfalls by ultra-lite or zodiac, hiking at high altitudes in Bhutan and Peru, or doing the “Walk of Faith” on the world's longest glass bridge in China, you'll want to travel along. In addition to freelance travel writing and photography, Roxie manages a lifestyle and travel blog at www.RoamingwithRoxie.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Fish Fever” by James Saunders.
A summer spent in a small village in Kenya allowed Barbara Clarke to embrace a new aspiration: to be a complete person — funny, compassionate, complex and often flawed. This episode of Big Blend Radio's Writers' Wednesday show with Books Forward features Barbara Clarke, author of “The Red Kitchen,” an intimate memoir that depicts change and discovery between mom and daughter, and how it’s never too late to come of age.
Featured music is “Wake Up” by Jennifer Saran.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Military Monday” Show, which airs every first Monday of the month, features Mike Guardia, a US Army Veteran, and awarding-winning military historian and author.
On this episode Mike discusses the life and military career of Lt. General Hal Moore and the General Hal Moore Military Museum in Bardstown, Kentucky. Dedicated to Bardstown native Lt. General Hal Moore, U.S. Army, a Vietnam and Korean War Hero, exhibits in this Museum cover conflicts from the American Revolution to the Mid-East battles of today, and are centered on the contributions of the many Kentuckians who served.
Hal Moore is one of the most admired American combat leaders of the last fifty years, and initially became known to the public for being portrayed by Mel Gibson in the movie “We Were Soldiers.” Mike Guardia is an award-winning author of numerous books including “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” and ” Hal Moore: A Life in Pictures.”
Featured music is “Colors of the USA” by Doreen Taylor.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts & Parks Show featuring a reunion conversation with artists who spent a month off-grid on Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, through the National Parks Arts Foundation’s unique artist residency program.
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Tanya Ortega - Founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation
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Anna Glynn - Award-winning contemporary, multi-media Australian artist
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Carter McCormick & Paula Sprenger - Filmmakers and founders of Habitat Productions
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Matthew & Julie Chase-Daniel - Santa Fe based husband-wife visual and literary artist team
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Denesa Chan - Filmmaker and photographer; and Gavin Mulvay - Wind flight engineer
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Shannon Torrence - Florida based painter, the Flyting Tortuga Brothers duo
Featured music is “Underwater, Above Water” from the album “A Hawai’i Interlude” by slack key guitarist Makana.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station show, airing live from the Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Old Town, Albuquerque. From Historic Route 66 to Petroglyph National Monument, this episode focuses on Albuquerque, New Mexico “Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World.”. Hear about the area’s rich cultural diversity, dining and wine tasting opportunities, public art, parks and gardens, and much more.
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Brenna Moore - PR & Communications Manager of Visit Albuquerque
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Steve and Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast of Old Town Albuquerque
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Marie Coleman - Church Street Cafe
Plus, hear Steve Schneickert Recall “Road Trippin’ Hollywood History,” and the songs “Chaco” by the Tall Men Group and “Adobe Café” by Wally Lawder.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, along with Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation, for Big Blend Radio. This episode features Ondi Timoner, award-winning filmmaker and director of “Mapplethorpe, The Director's Cut.”
Robert Mapplethorpe was one of the most celebrated and controversial artists of the 20th Century. The film, “Mapplethorpe, The Director's Cut” features an all-new soundtrack and previously unseen footage of the artist’s childhood, his embattled relationship with his father and the Church, and the nuances of his photo process and key relationships with Patti Smith and powerhouse art collector, Sam Wagstaff.
Featured music on this episode is “Marsha in Pictures” by Red Wedding.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show. This episode features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for the homemade fudge too. Shop online at www.ThePeanutPatch.com
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show. This episode features Nandita Godbole, author of the book, “Seven Pots of Tea: An Ayurvedic Approach to Sips & Nosh,” and writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.”
“Seven Pots of Tea” is the first cookbook of its kind allowing readers to explore Ayurveda through tea by way of dozens of simple recipes for the contemporary kitchen. It’s a thoughtful approach to “taking tea”. There’s a bit of history, holistic wisdom and health goals found in this book. It’s presented in an easy, approachable format with lots of wonderful photos to guide the way. Read Linda’s review and see a sample recipe on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Lotus Blossom” by Michael and Spider.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station show, airing live from Lubbock, Texas. This episode focuses on Bandera County in the Texas Hill Country, known for being the "Cowboy Capital of the World."
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Dawn Walters - Co-owner of Blackbuck Lodge Bandera County, a wonderful ranch-style vacation rental home in Medina, TX.
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Lisa Fitzsimmons - Superintendent of Lost Maples State Natural Area in Vanderpool Texas
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Merry Langlinais - Historian, naturalist, photographer, and author of “Critters of Red Heart, The Winged Ones II”
Featured music is “House in the Country” by Paul Butler, “Texas Blue Moon” by Shelley King, and “Texaleans” by Micha Schellhaas.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 4th Wednesday “Tucson Sisters in Crime” show features mystery author D.R. Ransdell who is known for her Andy Veracruz Mystery Series, Campanello travel and romance novels. Her latest adventure, “Substitute Soloist,” won a silver Independent Publish Book Award. D.R. is a violinist herself. Her musical tell-all, “Secrets of a Mariachi Violinist,” won the 2019 New Mexico/Arizona biography award. She is also the author of the poetry book, “The Secret Lives of the Pink House Cats.”
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community.
Featured music on this episode is “Te Quiere Mucho” from the Ted DeGrazia album “Please Remember Me.”
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Spring Happy Hour Party, airing live from Lubbock, Texas.
Featured Big Blend Expert Guests:
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Bobbi DePorter - Co-Founder of SuperCamp & President of Quantum Learning Network
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Donnette Silva Carter - CEO of Tulare Chamber of Commerce in Central California
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Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney
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Lea Brovedani - Leading Trust Expert & Author
Featured Music: “It’s a Fabulous Day” by Patsy Thompson.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays “A Toast to Spring” Show, airing live from Lubbock, Texas.
Featured Big Blend Expert Guests:
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Shelley Whizin - Author of “What Do You Bring to the Table?”
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Steve Piacente - Author of “Your New Fighting Stance”
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Sarah Elliston - Author of “Lessons From a Difficult Person”
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Ivan Flowers - 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor (See his Strawberry Bruschetta Recipe on BlendRadioandTV.com)
Featured Music: “Life” by Josh Pfeiffer, and “Nectarine” by Makana.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your parks Tour and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for a special Big Blend Radio show focusing on Easton in England, Pennsylvania, and Maryland.
Featured guests include:
- Glynn Burrows - Historian & Owner of Norfolk Tours in East Anglia, England
- Laura Di Liello - Innkeeper & Co-Owner of The Lafayette Inn in Easton, Pennsylvania
- Eric Levinson - Innkeeper & Owner of The Hummingbird Inn in Easton, Maryland
Featured music on this episode is “Three Cars” by Sandtimer. Read Glynn’s article on Easton UK on NationalParkTraveling.com.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection Show. This episode features Tessa Wardley who discusses her latest book “The Eco Hero Handbook: Simple Solutions to Tackle Eco-Anxiety” (out now through Ivy Press). Looking behind the slogans and exploring the myths, this handy guide offers a clear and balanced exploration of the major eco-debates, enabling you to make decisions based on facts.
Tessa Wardley is a river-lover and mini-adventurer who has worked and played in waters worldwide from New Zealand to the Arctic Circle. She is also a renowned global environmental policy consultant, and before that, the policy advisor to the UK’s Environment Agency. She also has written The River Book, The Woodland Book, and The Countryside Book, inspirational titles encouraging readers to have adventures outdoors. She is also author of The Mindful Art of Wild Swimming and Mindful Thoughts for Runners.
Featured music on the show is “Loving the Land” by Wally Lawder. Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for supporting this episode.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio airing live from Austin, Texas. On this episode, travel writer and author Linda Ballou discusses her new novel, “Embrace of the Wild,” that's inspired by the life of equestrian explorer and travel writer Isabella Lucy Bird. It shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of a plucky English woman’s un-flinching desire to be free.
Impetuous, strong-willed Isabella defied her strict Evangelical upbringing and the societal expectations of the Victorian age to fulfill her dreams. She redeemed her body after botched surgeries on her spine resulting in years of chronic back pain. She jumped ship on a world tour to spend six months in the nurturing clime of the Sandwich Islands There she mustered the stamina to ride on the flank of a living volcano in Hawai’i and venture deep into the sacred Waipio Valley. After reclaiming her body she ventured to Estes Park in Colorado. There she herded feral cattle in the wilds of the Rocky Mountains and convinced ruffian, Rocky Mountain Jim, to guide her up towering Longs Peak. She finds peace in the arms of Jim her “dear desperado.” Ride with this intrepid horsewoman on her 800-mile mountain tour in the Rockies in winter depending upon the kindness of strangers and the stout heart of her mare Birdie to survive on her way to becoming the best-loved travel writer of her time.
Featured music is “Freedom Has a Way” by James Saunders.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Toast to the Arts Show with Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. Along with the annual “Way of the Cross” exhibit, Lance discusses the three latest Ted DeGrazia exhibits “Tempera Paintings,” “Celestial Music,” and “Abstract Paintings.”
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday Food, Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features Jenny Wedge, Director of Public & Community Relations at Travel Costa Mesa. Hear what there is to see and do this spring and summer in Costa Mesa, Southern California. Known as the “City of The Arts” Costa Mesa is also home to beautiful local parks, is close to the beaches, and offers unique shopping and dining opportunities. It is also near Southern California’s major theme parks such as Disneyland. It's the perfect place to stay while you explore and experience Southern California!
NOTE: Health officials recently announced (literally right after this podcast recording), that as early as April 1, California will allow certain outdoor activities to resume with capacity restrictions, including the reopening of theme parks, which may open at 15% capacity when their respective counties enter the state's red tier designation.
Featured music on this episode is “California Days” by Josh Pfeiffer.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday Food, Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer and tour leader Sharon Kurtz who shares her recent adventures in Egypt. Hear about what it was like to explore the Valley of the Kings during the pandemic, along with her private visit to King Tutankhamun’s Tomb. Read her story on NationalParkTraveling.com.
This episode also features Steve Schneickert's Egyptian Hollywood History podcast.
This episode of Big Blend Radios Way Back When History show features park ranger Kristin Sanderson who shares the history of the Pony Express at Fort Churchill and Buckland Station near Yerington in Northwest Nevada. Fort Churchill was an important supply depot for the Nevada Military District (especially during the Civil War), a Pony Express stop, and a base for troops tasked with patrolling the overland routes. Buckland Station was a way station for the Overland Stage Company on the Overland Route. Both the fort and the station are stops on the Pony Express National Historic Trail and the California National Historic Trail.
COVID-19 has had an impact on all of us. If you are working from home with family members living with you, someone is bound to get on your nerves. It is not a good time to explode, even though that may be what you feel like doing. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Sarah Elliston shares tips on maintaining patience so you can accommodate those in your life who drive you crazy. Read her article about it on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Sarah Elliston is the author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us,” is a faculty member of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory, and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization and Parent Effectiveness Training.
Featured music is “Settle Down” from the album “The Dark Side of Love” by The Cravens.
There is no life without light. Art enhances that life. And there is no bad light, just light that is different. All around the world, artists are producing art with whatever light they have, producing it from their hearts, and trying to bring an inner illumination to the viewers of their art.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Toast to The Arts Show with artist Victoria Chick, who discussing The Ways Light Makes Art Possible. Based in the art community of Silver City, New Mexico, Victoria is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th / 20th century print collector. Read her artiicle about light and art on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Clouds Alive in Wild Paint” by Mae Edwards.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts Show” with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF).
On this episode, comics journalist Andy Warner returns to the show to discuss his second NPAF residency in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Warner is a New York Times bestselling comics journalist and artist, whose comics range between journalism, documentary and memoir. He has published two books of nonfiction history in comic form, and is a contributing editor of The Nib, an online publication for nonfiction comics. His newest book, “This Land is My Land,” is a collection of true stories about flawed utopias and artistic environments.
Featured music on this episode is “A Day in Hawai’i” by Makana.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Writer’s Wednesday Show with Books Forward, featuring Christine Isley-Farmer, author of the Boomer’s Tales children’s book series.
The first installment “Finding My Yip” is out now through Wandering Woods Press. The power of stories and music’s healing qualities weave their way through the book, which also features a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as the narrator. Boomer and his new friend Chloe seek to develop confidence, make friends, and strengthen their bond, all while challenging their fears.
Featured music is “I Am Here” by Gina Zavalis.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s “Way Back When Military History Monday” Show, featuring Jan Cleere, an acclaimed author, historian, and expert speaker who writes extensively about the desert southwest, particularly the people who first settled the territory. On this episode she discusses her latest book, “Military Wives in Arizona Territory: A History of Women Who Shaped the Frontier.”
When the US Army ordered troops into Arizona Territory in the nineteenth century to protect and defend newly established settlements, military men often brought their wives and families, particularly officers who might be stationed in the west for years. These women were bold, brave, and compassionate. They became an integral part of military posts that peppered the West and played an important role in civilizing the untamed frontier. Combining their words with original research and tracing their movements from post to post, “Military Wives in Arizona Territory” is a collection of historical narratives that explores the tragedies and triumphs that early military wives experienced.
Featured music is “Mirage” by Michael and Spider.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Success Express Business & Career Show, featuring attorney Ward Heinrichs who discusses the recent expansion of the California Family Rights Act, plus, new requirements for California small businesses including Sexual Harassment Trainng and Child Abuse Reporting & Training for Businesses that Employ Minors. Read Ward's article outlining the new requirements on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Based in San Diego, California, the Employment Law Office of Ward Heinrichs represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. He and his firm litigate cases that have been filed in many different parts of California.
Featured music on this show is “Hey! Hey! California” by Everett Coast.
Always be ready for the worst day of your life: This is the mantra that Becca Aldaine has grown up with. Her family is part of a community of doomsday preppers, a neighborhood that prioritizes survivalist training over class trips or senior prom. Becca’s story is the backbone of the young adult novel “Prepped” by Bethany Mangle who joins Big Blend Radio to discuss her writing and latest book that explores themes from her Korean identity, sisterhood, and finding your place within your family and the world.
Featured music is “Two Young Hearts” by Dino Jag.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 4th Wednesday “Tucson Sisters in Crime” show features mystery author Kathy McIntosh. Kathy writes mysteries with mirth. A reformed high tech marketer and former columnist on words, Kathy has translated her love of words, humor and nature into her fiction. After many years in Idaho, in 2014 she and her husband moved to southeastern Arizona. Kathy’s first two novels “Mustard’s Last Stand” and “Foul Wind” are humorous romps in the wilds of north Idaho. Her newest, “Murder, Sonoran Style” portrays death in the heat of the desert, with a light touch and lots of laughter.
The Tucson Sisters in Crime is a local Tucson, Arizona chapter of the international organization Sisters in Crime. They are authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre. They welcome Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community.
Featured music on this episode is “Sonoran Sunset” from the album “Perfume of Creosote: Desert Exotica Part 1” by Michael and Spider.
Less than an hour north of Denver, roam more than 500 large carnivores – including over 200 bears, 70 African lions, and 70 tigers. Now living at The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, these wild animals and the stories of their rescue, often from heartbreaking conditions, are the focal point of the newly released and groundbreaking book “Forever Wild, Forever Home: The Story of The Wild Animal Sanctuary of Colorado,” written by sanctuary volunteers and Melanie and Mark Shellenbarger.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Kent Drotar, along with authors Mark and Melanie who discuss The Wild Animal Sanctuary and their book “Forever Wild, Forever Home.” Featured music on this episode is “Freedom Has a Way” by James Saunders. Special thank you to Visit Greeley and Discover Weld County.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, airing live from Asheville, North Carolina. On this episode we all raise a glass to something positive or happy, and play Big Blend’s “Words & Stories Game,” plus, we’ll air one of Steve Schneickert’s Hollywood History segments, and music from Michael Ely.
Featured guests include:
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Steve Schneickert - Hollywood History expert in San Jose, CA
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Michael Ely - Singer-songwriter in Tucson, AZ
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Mark Navarro - Photographer in Tucson, AZ
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Glynn Burrows - Historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England.
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Lea Brovedani - Trust expert and author of “Trust Me” in Philadelphia, PA
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Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners of The Lion & The Rose B&B In Asheville, NC
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the new film DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER, with director Simon Bird and star actor Monica Dolan.
Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad’s new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together. An epic war of wills ensues in their suburban home as Daniel just wants to listen to heavy metal and start a band while his mom hopes to rekindle the fun times they used to have together.
Featured music is “Time, Why, Explain” by Sandtimer. Special thanks to Norfolk Tours UK.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Success Express Show features Katharine Manning, author of “The Empathetic Workplace” that teaches readers the five steps to respond to trauma at work. This critical resource gives managers, HR, and anyone who may come into contact with someone in trauma — including workplace violence, harassment, assault, bias, illness, addiction, fraud, bankruptcy, and more — the tools they need to be prepared for what lies ahead.
For 15 years, senior attorney Katharine Manning advised the Justice Department on working with victims in its most difficult cases, from child exploitation to terrorism to large-scale financial fraud. In doing so, she learned that when the crisis comes, and all of us will face a crisis eventually, we need the same things.
Featured music is “Falling to Pieces” by Nicki Kris.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show featuring Dr. Jackie Eubany, a board certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story.” On this episode she discusses getting outside for a walk or hike is good cardio for your heart, calms hypertension and stress, and is a good way to be active while keeping social distance. Read her article on NationalParkTraveling.com.
Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the US, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. Silence is one of the most deadly aspects of women's heart disease. Through anecdotes and friendly, jargon-free advice, Dr. Jackie shares with readers of her book “Women & Heart Disease” how to: reduce their risk by up to 80%; how to recognize a heart attack earlier; and how to make the healthiest choices for your heart and your loved ones. Dr Jackie’s Cardiovascular Wellness Institute of OC is based in Orange, CA with a second office in Irvine, CA.
Featured music on this episode is “Walk With Me” by Jennifer Saran.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays "Toast to Valentine's Day" Show, airing live from Asheville, North Carolina.
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A Romantic's Guide To King Crimson - Hear about the new 12-track album of reinvented King Crimson material by the husband-and-wife duo Deborah and Pat Mastelotto.
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A Love for Pets and Travel - Angela Laws, award-winning community manager of TrustedHousesitters.com, talks about the world of travel and petsitting.
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Rescue My Heart - Acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter Jennifer Saran discusses her new love ballad that features producer Narada Michael Walden.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), airing live from Asheville, North Carolina.
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Noreen Kompanik, a San Diego based freelance travel writer and photographer, talks about the ways travel writing enriches lives.
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Douglas MacKenzie, Director of Media Relations at Visit Phoenix, gives an overview of what to see and do in Phoenix, Arizona.
Featured music is “California Days” by Josh Pfeiffer, and “Rock Gardens, Swimming Pools & BBQs” by Michael and Spider.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio airing live from Asheville, North Carolina.
This episode features reggae singer-songwriter Annicia Banks who is getting ready to release her debut EP “Up Front” through Raw Vue Music on March 5, 2021. Hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, Annicia has toured the Caribbean, United States, Asia, Africa, and Europe, using the dulcet tones of her voice to provide background support for internationally acclaimed reggae artists Judy Mowatt (of I-Threes fame), Bunny Wailer (original member of The Wailers), Sister Carol, and the legendary "Crown Prince of Reggae" Dennis Emmanuel Brown. The EP will introduce her own original songs, including a collaboration with the late and legendary Bob Andy, with the first single a cover of the Dennis Brown hit "Love Has Found Its Way" featuring original saxophonist Dean Fraser.
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Success Express Show, airing live from Asheville, North Carolina.
Focusing on What to Trust in 2021, this episode features Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect,” one of North America’s leading experts on trust. Read her article on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Lea is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader,” and is a contributing author in four other books. She was recently awarded the lifetime achievement award as Top Thought Leader in Trust by Trust Across America.
Featured music on this episode is “Victory Parade” by The Walk-A-Bout Band.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, airing live from Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured Guest Segments
- Soul Divingwith Shelley Whizin, Founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”.
- Cooking Breakfast with Rebecca Powell who along with her husband Bert, own and operate Rosevine Inn Bed & Breakfast in Tyler, Texas “The Rose Capital of America.” Hear how to make her Cinnamon Muffins, Baking Powder Biscuits, and Frittata. See her recipes on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured Music: ”My Old Friend” by Dave Kerzner, and “Texas Blue Moon” by Shelley King.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday Toast to The Arts & Parks Show features Tanya Ortega, photographer and founder of the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). Tanya discusses NPAF’s unique 1-month artist residency opportunities in various parks, public lands, and national parks, that include Death Valley, Hawai’i Volcanoes, Haleakala, Dry Tortugas, Chaco Canyon, and Fort Union. From sculptors to painters, musicians to poets and dancers, the program is open to artists of all mediums and genres.
Featured music on this episode is “Chaco” by the Tall Men Group.
While the country is split into two warring factions, The Reunited States is an urgent documentary that follows four everyday heroes on the difficult journey of bridging our political divides. This powerful and urgent documentary focuses on hope and solutions instead of dwelling in our differences. Based on the book of the same name by Mark Gerzon, “The Reunited States” is out now in Virtual Cinemas and will be available on VOD platforms February 9. This episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning narrative and documentary filmmaker Ben Rekhi. Featured music is “Universal Love” by Kwame Binea Shakedown.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Military Monday” Show, which airs every first Monday of the month, features Mike Guardia, a US Army Veteran, and awarding-winning military historian and author. Mike gives an overview of the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm and discusses the role Twentynine Palms played in the military operation. The Marines first came to Twentynine Palms in 1952. Since then, the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center has trained thousands of proud Marines, many of whom were deployed during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. On March 21, 2003, the First Marine Division crossed from Kuwait and began Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Gateway to Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms is a desert destination and art community. Known as the Oasis of Murals, the city is home to over 60 pieces of public art. The recently resorted mural “Desert Storm Homecoming and Victory Parade” by Chuck Caplinger shares the story of when the troops came home from the Persian Gulf in 1991. More than 40,000 people crowded into the city for "The Mother of All Victory Parades." The mural “Operation Iraqi Freedom” by Don Gray is dedicated to the men and women of the Armed Forces, especially the Marines and Sailors from Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms.
Featured music is “Ocotillo” from the “Perfume of Creosote” album by Michael and Spider.
Vivian Conan felt unreal and disconnected. She spoke to faces in the mirror that were not her own. And after years of therapy and multiple hospitalizations, she had a diagnosis: dissociative identity disorder (once known as multiple personality disorder.) On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show, Vivian discusses some of the stories covered in her memoir, “Losing the Atmosphere: A Memoir, A Baffling Disorder, A Search for Help, and the Therapist Who Understood."
"Losing the Atmosphere" shares a riveting account of her journey toward self-understanding and wholeness; her encounters with a string of more and less helpful therapists; and her unconventional relationship with the therapist who was finally able to guide her through the courageous, messy work healing required. Told with uncommon honesty, humor, and grace, it is a never-too-late story about the growth possible for anyone with the guts and determination to pursue it, and a testament to the redemptive power of love: not the perfect kind Vivian experienced in her imaginary world, but the imperfect kind that connects us, flawed human being to flawed human being, in the real world she lives in now.
Featured music is "Be Kind" by Brian Bourgault.
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Success Express Show features Ellen Whitfield, Senior Publicist at Books Forward. From getting book reviews and media placements to creating social media buzz, Ellen shares tips on how authors can garner publicity to promote their books and author expertise, and ultimately boost book sales.
A full-service literary publicity company that is part of the veteran JKS Communications brand, Books Forward has been connecting great authors with readers for more than 20 years. Books Forward exemplifies excellence in book marketing and promotion. Representing New York Times bestsellers, national award-winning books, and books that catch fire on social media and in the digital realm, they create ambitious campaigns with unlimited possibilities for sparking national and regional media stories, and creatively cut through the noise of more than 3,000 books published on average each day. They represent some of the finest publishers, authors and books around the world, with clients hailing from 50 states and seven countries.
This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the Tucson Sisters in Crime chapter in Southern Arizona with writer Eva Eldridge and author Elaine A. Powers. Welcoming Sisters and Brothers in Crime from everywhere who have an interest in writing, and in the Southern Arizona mystery community, the Tucson Sisters In Crime is made up of authors, writers, readers, librarians, editors, publishers, agents, and booksellers with a passion for the mystery genre.
In 1986, women wrote 40 percent of all mystery novels but only received about 15 percent of the book reviews in the New York Times. The international organization Sisters in Crime was founded to "… combat discrimination against women in the mystery field, to raise awareness of the contributions of female authors, and to promote the professional advancement of women who write mysteries."
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Music Monday Show, airing live from Navarre, Florida. After last January's release of their successful first collaboration, Albany-area artist Sandy McKnight and Los Angeles' ubiquitous multi-instrumentalist/producer Fernando Perdomo have released their latest work "San Fernando Blitz."
McKnight has been an in-demand bassist since the 70s, and has worked with many notables as a musician and producer. His large catalog of self-penned songs can be heard regularly on TV and in films. Perdomo has become one of the top session players and producers on the west coast. He's been called the 'Todd Rundgren of L.A.', and was featured with Jacob Dylan in the recent documentary 'Echo in the Canyon', now playing on Netflix.
The new EP by the team features 6 power pop killers, with the first single being the dancy-hooky "Living on the Westside.” This new set highlights Perdomo on guitar, drums and keys. McKnight plays bass and sings leads and harmonies on all 6 tracks. Recording took place at Reseda Ranch Studio in L.A., and Systems Two in NYC. "San Fernando Blitz" is available for download on Bandcamp, and streaming on Spotify, YouTube, and Soundcloud.
Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features travel and food writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” and Shelley Whizin, author of "What Do You Bring to the Table: A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life.” As Founder of the Soul Diving Institute, Shelley guides you how to build awareness that what you bring to the table of life is always more important than what you get from it. Using brief Happy Mindful Meditations before cooking is a way to re-acquaint and connect with an Essence of yours, a mini "Soul Diving" which you then carry over to your food preparation. The energy of that Essence is key, since you are your own CEO (Chief Energy Officer). Read Linda's article and get Shelley's Chocolate Cake recipe on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music is “Diva Bossa Nova” by guitarist Micha Schellhaas.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Trudi Trueit, author of all the narratives for National Geographic Kids Explorer Academy series. The series follows the adventures of young Cruz and his friends who attend an elite school where they study to become world-class explorers. In the latest and 5th book in the series: The Tiger's Nest, the explorers begin a new adventure through a vast underwater world on an island nation in the Indian Ocean, and take part in a friendly robotics competition. But the tides of good fortune change quickly.
Featured music is “On the Bay” by the Walk-A-Bout Band.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio with travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Located in central California, Sequoia and neighboring Kings Canyon are treasured gems in our country’s national parks system. Extending from the San Joaquin Valley foothills to the eastern crest of the Sierra Nevada, these parks are testament to nature’s size, diversity and beauty. They are home to alpine peaks, deep canyons, vast caverns and tree monarchs. Read Debbie’s article on NationalParkTraveling.com.
Featured music is “Hey, Hey, California” by Everett Coast.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio with English keyboardist Peter Chilvers and American guitarist Jon Durant. Hear about their collaboration to create and release “Always Golden Sands” and “Vista,” an ambient jazz album in two parts.
The recordings feature a series of stunningly beautiful aural vistas, which blend ECM inspired chamber jazz improvisation with ambient music. For both artists, this recording was an opportunity to explore their introspective sides as well as their textural tendencies. Gentle melodies weave their way through atmospheric clouds, at times reminiscent of Budd and Eno, but with a sense of interplay between the guitar and keys those ambient pioneers left out. Both releases are available now on Bandcamp and all streaming services.
Thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s new “Authors Sunday" Show with Books Forward airing every third Sunday.
This episode features Edwin Hill, author of the critically-acclaimed Hester Thursby mystery series, the first of which, “Little Comfort,” was an Agatha Award finalist, a selection of the Mysterious Press First Mystery Club, and a Publishers Marketplace Buzz Books selection. The second installment, “The Missing Ones,” was also an Agatha Award finalist and a Sue /Grafton Memorial Award nominee. A university mired in scandal and an enigmatic librarian entangle in “Watch Her,” Edwin’s latest installment in the series.
Featured music on this episode is “Red Light Shakedown” from the album “Be Kind” by Brian Bourgault.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Show. On this episode focuses on family-friendly attractions and activities in Natchitoches, Louisiana with Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau and Laramie Nichols from the new Lost Treasure Mining Company at the Dark Woods Adventure Park.
Located in Northwest Louisiana, Natchitoches is the oldest settlement in the state and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. Along with outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking and boating, there are plenty of fun shopping and dining destinations, as well as family-friendly parks and historic sites that appeal to young ones including Cane River Creole National Historical Park, Fort St. Jean Baptiste and Fort Jesup State Historic Sites, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum, Kisatchie National Forest, Cane River Lake, Grady Erwin Nature Area, and Briarwood Nature Preserve.
Featured music is “Chicken & Waffles” by Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Nature Connection Show, airing live from Baker, Florida.
ON THIS EPISODE:
- Kids Versus Plastic - National Geographic Kids Editor, Ariane Szu-Tu, discusses their new book, “KIDS VS. PLASTIC: How You Can Ditch the Straw and Find the Pollution Solution to Bottles, Bags and Other Single Use Plastic.”
- Project Save Our Surf - Award-winning actor Tanna Frederick discusses her Southern California non-profit organization Project Save Our Surf that is dedicated to the conservation of our oceans.
Featured music is “Loving the Land” by Wally Lawder and “Underwater, Above Water” from the album “A Hawai’i Interlude” by Makana.
Thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for sponsoring this show.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio with Evan Wardell, a musician, producer, and audio engineer based in San Francisco.
Hear about his new debut solo album “In Like a Lion / Out Like a Light,” a hook-laden indie rock masterpiece that illustrates the pain of addiction, heartbreak, and the all too common struggle just to get out of bed in the morning. Written, performed, produced, recorded, and mixed entirely by Evan, the album represents at least seven years of songwriting and recording, and as a result offers a chronicle of how he has changed over that time as a person, as a songwriter, and even as an audio engineer.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Champagne Sundays Show, airing live from Baker, Florida.
Featured Guests:
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Lea Brovedani “The Trust Architect,” discuss the importance of trust when it comes to pet and house sitting.
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Celebrated guitarist Eric Byak discusses his career, musical work on the hit TV show “This is Us,” and latest music including the single “Laguna Breeze” that features Grammy award-winning percussionist MB Gordy, along with Nathan East and Ricky Lawson.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).
This episode features Vickie S. Ashford-Thompson from the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau who shares what there is to experience in Greater Birmingham, Alabama including its civil rights history, the food and dining scene, museums, galleries, parks, attractions, and seasonal activities.
Featured music on this episode is “Universal Love” from the album “Roots Rock ‘n Universal Love” by Kwame Binea Shakedown.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).
This episode features Priscilla Willis who shares her cultural culinary experiences in Santa Fe, New Mexico; St. Augustine, Florida; and the Delta region of Arkansas. Specializing in culinary travel and light adventure to burn those calories, Priscilla is a freelance writer and the creative behind ShesCookin.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Ham & Eggs” from the album “Evangeline” by Blind Lemon Pledge.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show featuring Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, a board certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story.” On this episode she shares tips on how to get Heart Healthy for 2021, and also discusses the Coronavirus pandemic and vaccine.
Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the US, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. Silence is one of the most deadly aspects of women's heart disease. Through anecdotes and friendly, jargon-free advice, Dr. Jackie shares with readers of her book “Women & Heart Disease” how to: reduce their risk by up to 80%; how to recognize a heart attack earlier; and how to make the healthiest choices for your heart and your loved ones.
Dr Jackie’s Cardiovascular Wellness Institute of OC is based in Orange, CA with a second office in Irvine, CA. Read her heart health tips and hear her previous Big Blend Radio interviews on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Featured music on this episode is “Unstoppable” from the album “Happily Ever After” by Doreen Taylor.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio's Toast to The Arts Show airing live from Madison, Wisconsin. This episode focuses on the indie film “Gun & A Hotel Bible” with directors Raja Gosnell (Home Alone, Mrs. Doubtfire, ScoobyDoo, Never Been Kissed) and Alicia Joy LeBlanc (The Convergence: Mission), and stars Bradley Gosnell (The Smurfs) and Daniel Floren (The Influencers).
Based on an award-winning play, the story follows Pete (Bradley Gosnell), a desperate man on the verge of a violent act and his encounter with Gideon (Daniel Floren), a personified hotel bible. As Pete and Gideon spar over ideas about morality, the Bible and God, they are forced to deal with their inadequacies. With the clock ticking, can Gideon sway Pete from pulling the trigger? GUN AND A HOTEL BIBLE is a clever, insightful and provocative film that explores betrayal, spirituality and loss as one man comes face-to-face with everything he once believed.
Featured music on this episode is “Little Liar” from the “Glorious, Glorious” album by The Joiners.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team on the Love Your Parks Tour and and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 14th Anniversary Champagne Sundays Show.
Featured Guests:
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Melanie Chartoff - Actor, voice artist, and author of the memoir “Odd Woman Out: Exposure in Essays & Stories”
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Mae Edwards - Composer, multi-media mixologist, and creator of I.M.L.A. a musical graphic novel and screenplay.
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Steve Schneickert sits in as special guest co-host. Hear his podcast on the "Hollywood History of the Lawrence Welk Show."
Hear music by Mae Edwards, plus, “Pour the Champagne” by Jann Klose.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 1st Friday “Toast to The Arts & Parks Show” with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF). This epsiode focuses on the Antarctic Artists & Writers Collective, a new organization of past participants in the National Science Foundation Antarctic Artists & Writers Program. Featured guests are cofounders Glenn McClure and Michelle Schwengel-Regala. Glenn is a composer/musician who was an NPAF artist-in-residence at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and Michelle is a scientific illustrator, fiber artist, naturalist and NPAF Invitation Artist.
Since the early 1980s, over 120 artists, performers and writers have traveled to the seventh continent on a zero-dollar grant, using their creative talents to tell the story of this largely unexplored continent though art, music, writing and performance. The AAWC is a collaborative effort to bring those talents together and share their work with the public at large. Through the arts, the AAWC artists and writers convey the visceral experience of an extreme and remote environment few people get to visit in person in words, images, sound, and multimedia installations, informed by their interactions with the scientists conducting research there.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life Show featuring education expert and author Bobbi DePorter who is the Co-founder of SuperCamp, President of Quantum Learning Network, and creator of the 8 Keys of Excellence character education program.
On this episode, Bobbi talks about the need for emotional connectivity with teens, espeically in the world of online learning. As outlined in her book, “The 7 Biggest Teen Problems & How to Turn Them Into Strengths,” Bobbi shares tips on how parents and teachers can build and maintain rapport with their children and students. Read her tips on BlendRadioandTV.com.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s “Get Ready for 2021” Party airing live from Madison, Wisconsin.
Featured Big Blend Expert Guests:
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Debbie Stone - Travel writer, world traveler, and outdoor adventurer
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Linda Ballou - Author, travel writer, world traveler and outdoor adventurer
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Judi Cohen - World traveler and luxury off-the-beaten-path travel writer
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Hilarie Larson - World traveler, sommelier, wine and travel writer
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Lea Brovedani - Leading trust expert, author, speaker, and world traveler
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Steve Piacente - Certified life coach, author, communications expert, world traveler
Featured music is “Let Go” by Kwame Binea Shakedown.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sundays Show. This episode focuses on the independent film “Two Ways Home” with star/producer Tanna Frederick and director Ron Vignone.
Available on VOD December 29th from Gravitas Ventures, TWO WAYS HOME compassionately follows Kathy (Tanna Frederick), a woman newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is released from prison on good behavior and returns to her country home in Iowa to reconnect with her estranged 12-year-old daughter (Rylie Behr) and her cantankerous elderly grandfather (Tom Bower).
Featured music on the show is “Alive Again” by Kimia Penton.
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s 4th Winter Holiday Party of the season, airing live from Madison, Wisconsin.
Featured Guests:
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Joey Stuckey - Award-winning blind guitarist and official music ambassador for Macon, Georgia.
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Ralph Masengill - Best-selling author of “Conquer Change & Win”
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Mike Guardia - Internationally acclaimed & award-winning military historian and author
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Ruth and Ken Andrus - Leonard at Logan House Bed & Breakfast in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Tiffany Bertram - Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast in Bismark, Arkansas
Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s third Winter Holiday Party of the season, airing live from Madison, Wisconsin.
Featured Guests:
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Debbie Stone - Travel writer, world traveler, and outdoor adventurer
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Annette Lewis - Dancing Moon Bed & Breakfast in Palisade, Colorado
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Brenda Greene - Castle Creek Manor Bed & Breakfast in Grand Junction, Colorado
- Sandy Blankenship - Exeter Chamber of Commerce in California’s Sequoia Country
Featured music is “My Christmas Wish” by Doreen Taylor.