Big Blend Radio
1,135 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 11 hours ago -Hosted by Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, Big Blend Radio educates, entertains, and inspires with expert conversations on Music, Books & The Arts, Travel & Recreation, Food & Drink, History & Culture, Nature & Environment, Home & Garden, Family & Education, Business, Personal & Professional Development, and more! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/
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Linda Ballou - Lost Angel Unleashed: Stories from the Heart
April 29, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBThis 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 w...
Jessica Carter - California State Parks Week 2023
April 28, 2023 23:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBThis 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-lon...
Jefferson Highway Association's Iowa Sociability Caravan
April 27, 2023 23:00 - 46 minutes - 79.7 MBThis 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 ...
Attorney Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Laws 2023
April 26, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBOn 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-heinri...
Debbie Stone - Exploring the Island of Hawai'i
April 25, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 91.7 MBFrom 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. Host...
David Noble - Pardon the Interruption Band
April 24, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutes - 74.4 MBRoaring out of the fog-shrouded hills of Sonoma and drowning out the chatter, prog-pop troubadours PARDON THE INTERRUPTION (aka PTI) are taking their place and asserting their voice in the storied musical conversation of the San Francisco Bay Area. This episode of Big Blend Radio features David Noble, founder, lead singer and guitarist of Pardon the Interruption who discusses the band's music and latest album HOT N’ FRESH, that finds them in full stride with nine original tracks mining eve...
Singer-Songwriter Liz Lenten - Favorite Mistake EP
April 24, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBUK singer-songwriter Liz Lenten, founder of the Americana Ensemble AUBURN, returns to Big Blend Radio and chats about her music, life during the pandemic, and brand new EP "Favorite Mistake." After lockdown, desperate to reconnect with music, Liz spent a year with The Songwriting Academy, writing at home in her Lincolnshire countryside studio. After a few song assignments, she ended up with a whole bunch of new songs….recording initially at home, then adding instruments and musicians via c...
Big Daily Blend – Bucket Lists, Fashion, Writers, Artists & Big Blend Announcement!
April 24, 2023 15:27 - 44 minutes - 82.5 MBHappy 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...
The Life and Art of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia
April 23, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutes - 70.6 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia. Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia was an independent and creative spirit, that not only defied the rules by doing everything his own way–but he made money at it. He was well-educated, knew the rules, but decided to paint the way he wished to paint, on whatever surface he chose to paint, with whatever materials he wanted. He ex...
Writers Panel Discussion - Trouble in Tucson Anthology
April 23, 2023 20:00 - 54 minutes - 90.1 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features a panel discussion with some of the writers who have short stories featured in the Tucson Sister in Crime book, "Trouble in Tucson: A Left Coast Anthology," which is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Trouble-Tucson-ANTHOLOGY-MEMBERS-SISTERS/dp/B0BTRPH84K/ Featured Guests: - Editor Eva Eldridge: http://evaeldridge.com - Designer Cheryl Ryan: https://cherylryan.com/ - Conda Douglas: https://amazon.com/author/condadouglas - Lynn Nicholas:...
Shetal Shah - Author of Shakti Girls
April 23, 2023 17:00 - 43 minutes - 69.9 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features Shetal Shah, a former educator and author of "Shakti Girls," a beautifully illustrated collection of poems showcasing the stories of 13 unforgettable, powerful Indian women that reflect the diversity of India and its diaspora. The book includes representations of over 10 different industries, such as women in science, politics, math, activism and sports. Indian women have been breaking ceilings and ushering in powerful change for decades, and “Shakt...
Big Daily Blend – Books & Movies, Picnic Parties & Music!
April 23, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBHappy 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” ...
Glynn Burrows - How Convenient is Convenience?
April 22, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 95 MBFrom automated customer service and plastic-wrapped vegetables, to the need for new phones and computers every couple of years, this special Big Blend Radio Earth Day podcast features Glynn Burrows in a discussion about how our simple day-to-day actions of "convenience" may actually be harmful to society's quality of life, small business, and the environment. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/is-what-you-are-doing-costing-the-earth/ Glynn Burrows is a family his...
Dr. Bruce F. Scharschmidt - Tina the First Tooth Fairy Children's Book
April 22, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features physician, scientist, and children's book author Dr. Bruce F. Scharshmidt who discusses his new picture book "Tina the First Tooth Fairy" that's out now. With delightful rhymes and rich, colorful illustrations, “Tina the First Tooth Fairy” is an engaging and timely story that will resonate with young readers everywhere, while providing parents with the opportunity to introduce their kids to the concept of environmental sustainability. More: https://bru...
Travel Writer Debbie Stone Reviews the Memoir FERAL by Emily Pennington
April 22, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 19.4 MBIf you’ve ever thought of just leaving your current life behind and spending a year accomplishing something you’ve always yearned to do, you need to read “FERAL: Losing Myself and Finding My Way in America’s National Parks” by Emily Pennington. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer and outdoor adventurer Debbie Stone discusses the new memoir FERAL. Read her review here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/a-yearlong-adventure-through-our-countrys-national-parks/ Hosted...
Big Daily Blend – Trees & Mother Earth, National Parks & Hollywood History!
April 22, 2023 15:16 - 25 minutes - 45.5 MBToday’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrates Earth Day and the start of National Park Week. 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: “Jelly Bean” by Eddie Cochran, “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye, “Water” by Eric Burdon, “Mother Earth” by Memphis Slim, “Forest W...
Foodie Destinations - Travel Writers Diane Dobry and Jeanine Consoli
April 21, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MBIt's all about Foodie Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Hungary to Coastal Maine, get a "taste of place" with this heartry discussion about eating local foods when traveling across the country or abroad. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/PofQ4oFuVBw Featured Guests: JEANINE CONSOLI is a travel writer, photographer, and foodie from Sarasota, Florida. A...
Big Daily Blend – A World Party of Food, Music, Books & Medicine!
April 21, 2023 17:17 - 24 minutes - 46.4 MBHAPPY 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, ...
Lea Brovedani - Have You Built a Legacy of Trust?
April 20, 2023 23:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBWhat Will Your Legacy Be? 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. As always, Lea's 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/a-legacy-of-trust/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iE_Tm-VyY-E Lea is a speaker and workshop fac...
Big Daily Blend – High Fives & 420, Pineapples & Cheddar Cheese, Volunteering & Dancin’…
April 20, 2023 17:13 - 28 minutes - 54.4 MBHAPPY 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,...
Cheryl Ogle - Why Book a River Cruise?
April 19, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show, travel advisor Cheryl Ogle shares the various reasons why River Cruising is an ideal option for adult travelers who want a more intimate and luxurious experience. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/msv-7m_sk4Q Originally started with barges to transport goods through Europe’s rivers, River Cruises have grown in popularity over the past 50 years and only have between 150-300 passengers on board. ...
Big Daily Blend – Mae West & Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Bananas & Garlic, Dog & Cats, Bicycles, Cars
April 19, 2023 17:59 - 32 minutes - 55.2 MBHAPPY 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?...
Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Park in Natchitoches, Louisiana
April 18, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 83 MBThis 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, whic...
Big Daily Blend – Animals & Birds, Crosswords & Newspapers, Baseball & Monuments
April 18, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 53.2 MBHAPPY TRAVEL TUESDAY! From the Desert Southwest to the Swamps of Louisiana, Animals and Birds to Crosswords & Newspapers, and Baseball to Monuments, 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 “Witchita Lineman” by Glen Campbell, “Roadrunner” by The Animals, “Piñata” by Here Come the Mummies, “Javalinas” by Michael & Spider, “Watch That Dog” by Goldman Thibodeaux, “San Franc...
Brenna Moore - What to Experience in Albuquerque, New Mexico
April 17, 2023 23:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBThis 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.visit...
Big Daily Blend – Cheese & Wine to Crawfish & Bats, Writers & Family History
April 17, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 36.9 MBHAPPY MUSIC MONDAY! From Cheese & Wine to Crawfish & Bats, Writers, and Family History, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 17, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features “Crawfish Jambalaya” by Clifton Chenier with Elvin Bishop & Steve Miller, “Cheese” by The Floozies, “Pass the Wine (Sophia Loren)” by The Rolling Stones, “De Bat (Fly in Me Face)” by Carly Simon, “Haiku” by Tally Hall, “Ellis Island” by Marc C...
Cooking with Ruth - Edible Flowers
April 16, 2023 23:00 - 37 minutes - 59.9 MBThis 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 ...
Big Daily Blend – Flowers & Elephants, Mushrooms & Movies, Civil Rights & Workers Rights
April 16, 2023 15:25 - 29 minutes - 46.7 MBHAPPY WEAR YOUR PAJAMAS TO WORK DAY! From the Flowers and Mushrooms to Elephants and Pink Panthers, Movie Makers and Comedians, Civil Rights and Workers Rights, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 16, 2023. Plus, enjoy a little Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert! TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Black Orchid” by Steve Wonder, “ Mushroom Men” by Les Claypool, “Elephants” by Burning Spear, “Aeroplane” b...
Artist Victoria Chick - Art During the Civil War
April 15, 2023 23:00 - 27 minutes - 43.9 MBOn 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:...
Big Daily Blend – Art, Baseball & Taxes, Blues & Jazz, and Lightning Fingers!
April 15, 2023 15:26 - 21 minutes - 35.6 MBHAPPY TAKE A WILD GUESS DAY! From the World of Arts to Baseball & Taxes, Blues & Jazz, and Country Guitar, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 15, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Take a Wild Guess” by David Munyon, “Taxman” by Junior Parker, “No Roots” by Alice Merton, “Dance Band on The Titanic” by Harry Chapin, “Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley, “The Auctioneer” by Leroy Van Dyke, “Did You See Jackie Ro...
Scott Kendall - A Visit to Big Bend National Park
April 14, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBThis 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 wildli...
Big Daily Blend – Gardens & Dolphins to Blue Sky, Big Dust & Divas
April 14, 2023 13:18 - 27 minutes - 45.9 MBHAPPY LOOK UP AT THE SKY DAY! From Gardens and Dolphins to Blue Sky, Big Dust, and Divas, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 14, 2023. TODAY'S SOUNDTRACK features: “Blue Sky” by The Allman Brothers, “You Should Probably Leave” by Chris Stapleton, “Reach Out I’ll Be There” by Four Tops, “In the Garden” by Van Morrison, “Song of the Big Bend” by Jim Stricklan, “Pecan Pie” by Golden Smog, “Dolphin” by Pr...
Northern New Mexico Bed and Breakfast Destinations
April 13, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBFrom 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/ Ho...
Big Daily Blend – Plants & Peaches, Lunch & Literature, Outlaws & Scrabble
April 13, 2023 14:05 - 19 minutes - 33 MBHAPPY MAKE LUNCH COUNT DAY! From Plants & Peaches to Lunch, Movies & Literature, Outlaws and Scrabble, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 13, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “I Wish Lunch Could Last Forever” by Jimmy Buffet, “Peaches” by The Presidents of The United States of America, “The Scrabble Song” by Emily Kaitz, “Scrabblé Hustle” by J. Harrison Ghee & Brett Sullivan, “Book Club” by Arkells...
Author Matt Cost - Velma Gone Awry
April 12, 2023 23:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBThis 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 ...
Big Daily Blend – Outer Space, A Mighty Big Wind, Books & Recordings
April 12, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 40.8 MBHAPPY BIG WIND DAY! From Outer Space and a Big Wind to Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Licorice, Books & Recordings, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 12, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST features: “Wind of Change” by Scorpions, “Countdown” by Rush, “Have You Seen My Baby” by Randy Newman, “Cherry Licorice” by The Felice Brothers, “The Book I Read” by Talking Heads, “Georgia on My Mind” by Ray Charles, “Supe...
Dawnielle Tehama - Experience Willamette Valley, Oregon
April 11, 2023 23:00 - 17 minutes - 29.9 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Dawnielle Tehama, the Executive Director of Willamette Valley Visitors Association, who discusses what there is to experience in beautiful Willamette Valley, Oregon. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EAip0RfQzxo 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...
Big Daily Blend - Submarines & Rockets to Fondue, Black Eyed Dogs & Barbershop Reggae!
April 11, 2023 16:42 - 17 minutes - 29.9 MBHAPPY 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...
Francesca Grossman - Navigating the Culture of Chronic Pain
April 10, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 113 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" show features writer and author Francesca Grossman, who discusses her new book, “Not Weakness: Navigating the Culture of Chronic Pain” (April 18th, 2023, She Writes Press). In this book, she shares her personal experiences and those of 20 other women with chronic pain, and challenges the toxic culture of shame, humiliation, and fear that surrounds pain, particularly in women. With over 50 million people in the US living with chronic pain a...
Big Daily Blend – Pets & Farm Animals, Writers & Musicians, Inventors & Siblings
April 10, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 71.3 MBHAPPY 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...
Big Daily Blend – Happy Easter, Breakfast & Gin, Unicorns & Antiques
April 09, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 20 MBHAPPY 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 ...
Kimberli Munkres - Spring Fling in Palm Springs, California
April 08, 2023 23:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBFrom relaxing poolside to sipping cocktails, rocking out at concerts, exploring the great outdoors, and savoring unique dining experiences, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show features Kimberli Munkres who discusses what there is to experience this spring in Palm Springs, California. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Udtp1tppnuU This show airs every second Saturday in collaboration with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consort...
Big Daily Blend – Cosmic Hippos, Wine & Roses, Baseball & Bonaroo
April 08, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 60.1 MBHAPPY 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. Plus we have some Hollywood History with Steve Schneickert! 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. Jo...
Photographer Jim Schlett - Fort Union Artist-in-Residence
April 07, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast To The Arts & Parks" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features photographer Jim Schlett who discusses his photography and month-long NPAF artist-residency at Fort Union National Monument in Norther New Mexico. Learn more about Jim and view his work at https://photomanva.zenfolio.com/ Fort Union National Monument, located in Mora County near Watrous, New Mexico, was the largest frontier military post and supply center of...
Big Daily Blend – Coffee & Beer, Paper & Fire, Wind & Marbles
April 07, 2023 14:26 - 43 minutes - 73.6 MBHAPPY 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 th...
Spring and Summer Fun in Tulare County, California
April 06, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBThis 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/sequo...
Big Daily Blend - Burritos & Popcorn, Divas, Tartans, Athletes & Airplanes
April 06, 2023 14:07 - 21 minutes - 36.9 MBHAPPY SORRY CHARLIE DAY ....! From Burritos and Popcorn to Divas, Tartans, Athletes and Airplanes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and hisoric happenings that connect with April 6, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJLIER4psVrhiwIu8CivdMvY * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JzFhBK9I8tEeKcYZhuj9e?si=0a5a6419c0384e95 CELEBRATE TODAY: * ARTICLE OF THE DAY – Best & Worst Cookwar...
Wine Time with Peggy - Sustainability Practices
April 05, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBIn 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...
Big Daily Blend: Dandelions & Wine, Sunshine, Heroes & Happiness
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 64.4 MBHAPPY GO FOR BROKE DAY....! From National Dandelion Day and Bell Bottoms Day, to Educators & Military Heroes, today’s BIG DAILY BLEND podcast connects music with holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings that connect with April 5, 2023. TODAY'S MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGHUZITwHVJKPen2mZTBXNeUAFNfT9n__ * SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o6CITAuzR9skYnPwBDvJc?si=5df926f022b045dc CELEBRATE TODAY: * RECIPE OF THE DAY - Baked Glaze Ham...
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina
April 04, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBFrom 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 wildl...