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Blake Vanfield - Genuine Skagit Valley in Washington
January 11, 2023 00:00 - 49 minutes - 44.7 MBThis 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...
Big Blend Radio's 16th Anniversary Happy Hour Party
January 10, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBAiring 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 Sil...
Big Blend Radio's 16th Anniversary Champagne Sunday Celebration
January 08, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBAiring 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...
Linda Kissam - Social Media Tips for Writers and Authors
January 08, 2023 00:00 - 56 minutes - 51.2 MBYou'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 1...
National Parks Arts Foundation Artists-in-Residents Reunion Party
January 06, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBAiring 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 Vol...
Business and Group Travel in California's Sequoia Country
January 06, 2023 00:00 - 35 minutes - 31.7 MBThis 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 Commerce Located...
Wine Time with Peggy - Wine Trends to Watch in 2023
January 05, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes - 37.8 MBIt'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-e...
23 Must-Do Experiences in Asheville in 2023
January 04, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis 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...
Mike Guardia - Invasion of the Philippines
January 03, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes - 38 MBOn 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 ...
Shelley Whizin - Being Your Authentic Self at Work
January 02, 2023 00:00 - 58 minutes - 53 MBBeing 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/th...
Filmmaker Louise Hogarth - Elephant Refugees
December 31, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 36.7 MBElephants 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 speci...
Lisa M. Rose - Author of Urban Foraging
December 30, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBThis 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 h...
Ward Heinrichs - New California Employment Laws 2023
December 29, 2022 00:00 - 50 minutes - 45.7 MBOn 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-...
Debbie Stone - Outdoor Adventures Around Page, Arizona
December 28, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 40.7 MBThis 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/ * Horses...
Glynn Burrows - Bleisure Travel In England
December 27, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 36.3 MBOn 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 e...
Acclaimed UK Singer-Songwriter Claire Hamill
December 24, 2022 00:00 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBThis 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...
23 Experiences on the Historic Jefferson Highway - Part 2
December 23, 2022 02:30 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBThis 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...
23 Experiences on the Historic Jefferson Highway
December 23, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 55.2 MBThis 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 ...
Happy Holidays - Music, Movies, and Traditions
December 22, 2022 02:30 - 28 minutes - 24.8 MBPart 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, ...
Big Blend Radio Winter Solstice Holiday Party
December 22, 2022 00:00 - 2 hours - 55.5 MBAiring 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...
Louisiana Travel and Tourism in 2023
December 21, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 29.5 MBWhat 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...
Author Heloisa Prieto - The Musician
December 20, 2022 00:00 - 58 minutes - 52.7 MBThis 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 Musicia...
Children's Book Author Jayne Pillemer - Still Mine
December 19, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes - 15 MBThis 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...
Cheryl Ogle - World Traveler and Travel Adviser
December 18, 2022 19:00 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBThis 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 show...
Victoria Chick - Exploring Thomas Hart Benton Country
December 18, 2022 00:00 - 44 minutes - 39.9 MBRegionalist 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 li...
Actress and Author Kathryn Leigh Scott
December 17, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBFeaturing 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...
Michael Mehta Webster - The Rescue Effect
December 17, 2022 00:00 - 54 minutes - 49.1 MBOn 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 ecolog...
Free Puppies Documentary Film
December 16, 2022 19:00 - 20 minutes - 17.5 MBFeaturing 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 ladie...
Lea Brovedani - Setting Your Team Up for Success
December 16, 2022 00:00 - 39 minutes - 35.2 MBThis 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 f...
Author Marie Still - We're All Lying
December 15, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 35.7 MBHow 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 discuss...
Dan Howard - Winter Fun in Park City, Utah
December 14, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 38.1 MBKnown 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 ...
David Libert - Rock and Roll Warrior
December 13, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 44.2 MBThis 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’ rollercoaster 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, re...
Cooking with Ruth - Chicken Meatballs in a Tomato Sauce
December 12, 2022 00:00 - 46 minutes - 41.9 MBThis 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/
Stay Independent and Shop Independent in Palm Springs
December 11, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MBIt'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 McDermot...
Linda Stewart - Genealogy Journey in Scandinavia
December 10, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 44.5 MBThis 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 &...
Northern New Mexico Bed and Breakfasts
December 09, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBThis 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/
Wine Time With Peggy - Holiday Gifts for Wine Lovers
December 08, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 40.4 MBIt'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....
Winter Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina
December 07, 2022 00:00 - 36 minutes - 32.4 MBFrom 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 Ro...
Mike Guardia - Military Christmas and Winter Holidays
December 06, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 44.7 MBFrom 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 ...
Steve Piacente - Go Different and Go Daring in 2023
December 05, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MBIt'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...
Linda Kissam - Touring Scotland and Ireland
December 04, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 36.7 MBOn 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/
Tanya Ortega - National Parks Arts Foundation Artist Residencies
December 03, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBThis 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 Monume...
Winter Outdoor Recreation in California's Sequoia Country
December 02, 2022 03:00 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBFrom 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 Forest Located in Central Californ...
Winter Exhibits and Events at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
December 01, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 37.2 MBOn 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. DeGra...
David J. Muchow - The 7 Secret Keys to Startup Success
November 30, 2022 00:00 - 53 minutes - 48.4 MBThis 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 busines...
Singer-Songwriter Deborah Holland - Animal Logic
November 29, 2022 00:00 - 23 minutes - 20.9 MBAfter 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...
Dr. David Sklar - Author of Moonstone
November 28, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 44.3 MBThis 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, an...
Glynn Burrows - Mixing Business Travel with Leisure
November 27, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 37.6 MBOn 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. ...
Ben Pfeiffer - Creating a Certified Firefly Habitat
November 26, 2022 00:00 - 46 minutes - 41.3 MBThis 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 towar...
Debbie Stone - Skamania Lodge Getaway
November 23, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MBThis 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 outd...