Big Blend Radio
1,135 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 15 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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Author and Entrepreneur Marc Joseph "Gramps Jeffrey"
November 17, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes - 36.3 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features author and entrepreneur Marc Joseph, co-founder of the resource site https://babyboomer.org/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/uL9jVc0qvlk Marc's first book “The Secrets of Retailing…How to Beat Wal-Mart” was written to help entrepreneurs and small businesses compete against the big guys. Known as "Gramps Jeffrey," Marc is also the author of the children’s book, “I Don’t Want to Turn 3” which explores what goes through a toddler’s mi...
Cheryl Ogle - Travel Hacks for the Holiday Season
November 16, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 26.6 MBThe holiday season is upon us and that means airports will be busy! On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel advisor Cheryl Ogle shares some great travel tips that range from packing and lugging gifts, to dealing with cancelled or delayed flights, and even airport security (TSA) rules. Read more about it on Cheryl's blog: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/10/01/ho-ho-holiday-travel-hacks/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/wABwCeBVcug On ...
Meeting Suzanne "Bobo" Bollins of Notorious Taylor Camp in Kauai
November 15, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda talks about the time when she met and interviewed Suzanne “Bobo” Bollins who lived at notorious Taylor Camp (1969-1977) in Kauai , where young people fleeing the Vietnam War and materialism of the mainland were living out the ultimate hippie fantasies, seemed a good prospect. It was said that Bobo swam the tumultuous waters of the Napali Coast wearing only a belt with a pouch containing food for when...
IFWTWA Travel Writers Talk Holiday Escapes and Destinations
November 15, 2023 00:00 - 54 minutes - 46.7 MBFrom Egypt to Southern California and Florida, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA focuses on holiday escapes and destinations. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-XO0eSXI5Gs FEATURED IFWTWA TRAVEL WRITERS: * MICHELE D. BAKER is a world traveler, travel writer, photographer, author, and co-owner of Treasures of Egypt Tours and Pyramids Overlook Inn that overlooks the Sphinx and Pyramids in Egypt. More: http://www.treasuresofegypttours.co...
Rita Sever - Showing Sincere Appreciation in the Workplace
November 14, 2023 00:00 - 34 minutes - 30.2 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features author, professional coach, and organizational trainer Rita Sever who discusses the Whys & Hows of Showing Sincere Appreciation in the Workplace. WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/a3lVJSFlSNQ Points of discussion include: * Why and how does it matter that we express gratitude? * How does gratitude impact work? * What role does a supervisor or leader have in showing appreciation, and h...
Celebrating the Holiday Season Across North America
November 13, 2023 02:00 - 50 minutes - 42.4 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION Travel & Leisure Show focuses on unique holiday attractions, destinations, and festive events and community celebrations across North America. FEATURED GUESTS: * 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. See: https://www.city...
Big Weekly Blend - A Taste of November with Chef Ivan Flowers
November 12, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBGet a Taste of November on this episode of Big Blend Radios BIG WEEKLY BLEND Show featuring 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor Ivan Flowers. Hear how make his Harvest Blend recipe and a fun conversation about this week’s foodie holidays such as Pupusa Day (Nov. 12), French Dip Day (Nov. 12), Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day (Nov. 12), Indian Pudding Day (Nov. 13), Pickle Day (Nov. 14), Spicy Guacamole Day (Nov. 14), Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day (Nov. 15), Bundt Day (Nov. 15), ...
Cori Solomon - Exploring Torrance in Southern California
November 11, 2023 00:00 - 37 minutes - 32 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Cori Solomon who shares her adventures in Torrance, Southern California. This city, a part of Los Angeles County, is also part of the South Bay, a group of coastal cities that include Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach. Torrance lies along a mile-and-a-half stretch of beachfront on the Pacific Ocean. Like all the beach cities that make up the South Bay, it offers diverse activities. Read Cori's article "The Spirit...
Innkeepers Steve and Kathy Hiatt - Stay and Play in Albuquerque, New Mexico
November 10, 2023 00:00 - 50 minutes - 42.1 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Thursday “New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association” Show features innkeepers Steve & Kathy Hiatt, owners of the historic Bottger Mansion of Old Town. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/TQDEO5jW1DQ 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 h...
Award-Winning Photographer G.B. Smith - Pathways Photobook
November 09, 2023 00:00 - 43 minutes - 34.4 MBPhotographer G. B. Smith discusses his stunning new photobook, "Pathways," that features several of his multi-award-winning images which highlight the interaction between man-made structures and nature. The curation reflects the simplicity and uncluttered form of Smith's distinctive black and white style. Informed by his experience with color blindness, Smith’s work encourages the viewer to examine a world that exists beyond color. Proceeds from book sales to benefit the Breast Cancer Alli...
Author Chrissy Holm - Finding Sunlight
November 08, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features author Chrissy Holm who discusses her inspirational coming-of-age memoir, "Finding Sunlight: A Coming-of-Age Memoir About Love Within the Wreckage of Purity Culture." In “Finding Sunlight” (Wise Ink, November 14, 2023), Chrissy separates purity culture, LGBTQ religious trauma, and a patriarchal father-daughter relationship from all the possibilities of meaningful love. More: https://www.chris...
Holiday Shopping Adventures in Asheville, North Carolina
November 08, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 40.6 MBFrom family photo portraits to custom crafted belts, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique gift ideas and shopping adventures in Asheville, North Carolina. Featured Guests: - Steve & Karen Wilson - Innkeepers & Owners of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/ - Jay Schulz - Photographer and owner of Spartan Photography. More: https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/ Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in ...
Jamie Edwards - Award-Winning Travel Writer and Photographer
November 07, 2023 15:25 - 35 minutes - 30.9 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features Jamie Edwards, a world traveler, and award-winning travel writer and photographer. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/OpuCtlptbyk In the literal sense, travel has taken Jamie to the far corners of the Earth—from the Arctic Circle to the Antarctic continent. In her travels, she’s bungee jumped in New Zealand, climbed the Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan, and tracked silverback gorillas in Uganda. Along the way, she met a Burundian Olympic Gold me...
Mike Guardia - Veterans Day and Thanksgiving Military History
November 07, 2023 00:00 - 57 minutes - 50.1 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who shares some fascinating the military history stories regarding Thanksgiving, and also talks about Veterans Day. Along with many 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 “...
Shelley Whizin - The Power of Gratitude
November 06, 2023 00:00 - 43 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin talks about the science and power of Gratitude. You can read her article about why and how to embrace thankfulness here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-power-of-gratitude/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/i9E5rgKp7Qw Shelley Whizin is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ and author of "What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensor...
Big Weekly Blend - Art & Music, Books, Horses, and Food!
November 05, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBFrom Native American Heritage Month to Peanut Butter Lovers Month and much more, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast celebrates November and covers holidays, historic happenings, and pop culture fun from Nov. 5-11, 2023. FEATURED GUESTS: * Ceramics Artist Andrea Faye - https://www.andreafaye.com/ * Horse Trainer & Author Christy Wood - https://wdnhorse.com/ * Vocalist & Composer Johnny Schaefer - http://www.hearjohnny.com/ THIS WEEK'S MUSIC PLAYLIST: * YOUTUB...
Northwest Trolls - Way of the Bird King
November 04, 2023 23:00 - 19 minutes - 16.3 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who talks about the “Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King" public art project, Funded by the Scan Design Foundation, the exhibition features six giant hand-built troll sculptures by Danish environmental artist, Thomas Dambo. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Njf9TmtBHSM The trolls are located on publicly accessible sites around the Pacific Northwest, carrying with them an envi...
Award-winning Musician and Composer Chihsuan Yang
November 03, 2023 23:00 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBChihsaun Yang returns to Big Blend Radio's "Toast to the Parks & Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) to talk about her new solo music and EP "Pearls" that was recently released as the electronic music duo ESCP with Bob Garrett. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/xjCE1xkVuqo Chihsuan Yang (Violin, Erhu, Piano), a native of Taiwan, began studying music at a very early age. Today, her renowned skill and eclectic versatility with the violin, erhu, and piano ...
Holiday Shopping, Events & Activities in Tulare County, California
November 02, 2023 23:02 - 43 minutes - 37.8 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on Holiday Shopping, Events & Activities in California's Sequoia Country. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/XDFHUZxpdHo Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include: - Donnette Silva-Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce http://www.tularechamber.org/ - Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce - https://www.portervillechamber.org/ - Savannah Boiano - Sequoia Parks Conserva...
A Visit to LDV Winery in Southeast Arizona
November 01, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" Show was recorded on Oct. 31, 2023 at LDV Winery's vineyard near Willcox in Southeast Arizona. Peggy Fiandaca and her winemaker husband talk about their wines and vineyard, and walk us through three tastings of their new Viogner which is currently aging in two types of French Oak barrels, and stainless steel. It's a fascinating process that shares the complexities of winemaking and vast variety of ever-changing flavor profiles ...
Musician Dave Kerzner - New Album “Heart Land Mines Vol. 1”
October 30, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Music Monday" show features acclaimed progressive artist Dave Kerzner who has just released his latest album “Heart Land Mines Vol. 1.” It’s an autobiographical concept album about leaving Los Angeles in the 90s after a breakup and driving cross country with a guitar to think, reflect and write songs. The album is Kerzner’s fourth solo effort following up on his previous release “The Traveler.” It features an ensemble cast of musicians including: * Fernan...
Big Weekly Blend - Halloween to The Day of The Dead & Beyond!
October 29, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBFrom Halloween to the Day of the Day and beyond, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast celebrates the end of October and the start of November. FEATURED GUESTS from the Tucson Sisters in Crime: - EVA ELDRIDGE - Writer and editor of the "Trouble in Tucson" Anthology. More: https://evaeldridge.com/ - PATRICK WHITEHURST - Author of books “Haunted Monterey County” and “Murder and Mayhem in Tucson.” More: http://www.patrickwhitehurst.com/ - ELAINE A. POWERS - Author of ...
Glynn Burrows - Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night in England
October 27, 2023 23:00 - 39 minutes - 30.4 MBOn, or about, the 5th of November every year, England celebrates the foiling of a plot, in 1605, to kill the King and Members of Parliament, which very nearly succeeded. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK , who shares the history of Guy Fawkes and the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, and how Engalnd celebrates Bonfire Night. Read his article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/guy-fawkes-and-bonfire-night-in-england/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON...
Ecologist Carl Safina - What Owls Know, What Humans Believe
October 27, 2023 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features ecologist Carl Safina, author of the new book “Alfie & Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe?” WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/xi4-yaYDwFU When Carl Safina and his wife, Patricia, took in a near-death baby owl, they expected that, like other wild orphans they’d rescued, she’d be a temporary presence. But Alfie’s feathers were not growing correctly, requiring prolonged care. Witnessing all the fine detai...
Haunted Louisiana on the Historic Jefferson Highway
October 26, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBThis "Spooktacular" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show features wild Louisiana ghost stories and some of the state's historic haunted sites you can visit in Natchtioches, Alexandria, and New Orleans. The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as “The Pines to the Palms Highway,” and runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana (or vice versa). More: https://jeffersonhighway.org/ FEAT...
When Should You Call an Employment Attorney?
October 25, 2023 23:00 - 40 minutes - 34.4 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio, California employment attorney Ward Heinrichs gives an overview of when to call an employment attorney. This conversation is for employers and employees. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/pO_RTnGwruE As an experienced employment attorney Ward Heinrichs handles many types of employment claims, including: pay disputes, sick leave, discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, class actions, labor commissioner ...
Experience History and Culinary Delights in Gettysburg
October 24, 2023 23:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures" show with travel writer Debbie Stone, we hear about her experiences in Gettysburg, a place well known for its Civil War history. With its battlefield sites, museums, historical homes and landmarks, what many don’t realize about this charming Pennsylvania town, is that it’s also a hot spot for foodies. Read Debbie's stories on Gettysburg: - Immerse Yourself in History: https://tinyurl.com/5x4sfy5b - A Dynamic Food Scene: https://ti...
Malcolm Bruce - Heavenly Cream Album
October 23, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features composer, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Malcolm Bruce who discusses the album "Heavenly Cream: An Acoustic Tribute to Cream." In 2018 and 2019 Malcolm was co-executive producer, arranger and performer for 'HEAVENLY CREAM', a project headed by Cream lyricist Pete Brown and recorded at Abbey Road Studios, which featured performances by Ginger Baker, Joe Bonamassa, Bobby Rush, Paul Rodgers, Deborah Bonham, Bernie Marsden (Whitesnake), Pe...
Jon Dawson: Electric Forgiveness "Original Score" Album
October 23, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 42.7 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features Jon Dawson, founder of the bands Third of Never and Electric Forgiveness. Electric Forgiveness, a lysergic mood journey of epic proportions, has released their debut album “Original Score." An auditory movie that cleanses the third eye while blinding the other two, “Original Score” is a 43-minute piece of music consisting of 11 uninterrupted tracks. The intent is for it to be listened to all at once, in the dark, accompanied by someone you trust, an...
Ray - Fly to the Sun Album Project
October 22, 2023 23:00 - 31 minutes - 26.3 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features Ray who discusses the new eclectic album project by innovative band Fly To The Sun. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/aZEQOMKtlPU Releasing on October 27, 2023, the selt-titled album crosses over into several musical genres, including prog rock, progressive pop, art rock, R&B, and more. Flying to the Sun features Ray (Universe Records), Jennifer Batten (Jeff Beck, Michael Jackson), Billy Sheehan (David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, The Winery ...
Musician Joey Stuckey - Celebrate the 4th Week of October
October 22, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBIt's all Punks & Artists, Nuts & Chocolate, and more on this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast that covers some of the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Oct. 22-28, 2023. Featured guests is Joey Stuckey, who joins us every 4th Sunday. 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...
Victoria Chick - The Art of Engraving
October 21, 2023 23:00 - 47 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about the history and art of engraving. Engraving is quite an old method of printmaking. It is in the family of intaglio which also includes etching, dry point, aquatint, and mezzotint. Read her article: https://tinyurl.com/4ak8pbpb 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...
Travel Writer Jamie Edwards - Adventures in Africa
October 20, 2023 23:00 - 48 minutes - 41.8 MBFrom tracking Silverback Gorillas in Uganda to sipping tea up in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Jamie Edwards. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/yUK-a2wSMm8 Jamie Edwards is an avid traveler, photographer, and award-winning travel writer. She launched https://iamlostandfound.com/, her adventure/luxury travel website, after 25 years of living an...
Lea Brovedani - Embracing the End of Life
October 19, 2023 23:00 - 53 minutes - 45.7 MBOn this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show, Lea Brovedani shares insight on how to embrace the end of life, and find peace and meaning. Known as the "Soul Journey Doula," Lea is an end-of-life doula, also known as a death midwife. In this role, she helps fill the gap between medical and hospice care, and provides support for your own and your family’s emotional, spiritual, and non-medical physical care needs before, during and after death. She gives people the emotional su...
Travel Advisor Cheryl Ogle - Cruising Alaska in 2024
October 19, 2023 01:31 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBIt's all about planning an Alaskan Cruise in 2024 on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/JPIe_X3n_tY Alaska has a beauty all its own. It is rugged, unspoiled. Along with visiting various port cities, some of the main highlights of an Alaskan include seeing the blue glaciers, watching wildlife, hiking around totem poles and salmon swimming upstream, watching a fun lum...
The Life and Legacy of Isabella Bird
October 18, 2023 19:04 - 24 minutes - 23 MBWelcome to the first installment of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou." This episode focuses on historic and noteworthy equestrian explorer and travel writer Isabella Lucy Bird. Linda's historical fiction novel, "Embrace of the Wild" shares the story of raw courage and fierce strength of this plucky English woman’s un-flinching desire to be free. Hear about Isabella and how Linda set out to trace Isabella’s hoof prints through the Front Range where she rode 80...
Historic Fall and Holiday Experiences in Natchitoches, Louisiana
October 17, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBExperience History during the Fall and Winter Holiday Season in Natchitoches, Louisiana on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday Vacation Station "Go to Natchitoches" show! Featured guest is Arlene Gould - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau who talks about historic sites and experiences like Cane River Creole National Historical Park, Melrose Plantation, St Augustine's Catholic Church, Annual Christmas Festival of Lights, Fort St. Jean Baptiste, Kaf...
Mary Farah - Adventures in Philadelphia
October 16, 2023 23:00 - 34 minutes - 28.2 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Mary Farah who shares her fun and fascinating adventures in Philadelphia. Hear all about the dining and bar scene, museums and galleries, the Founding Footstops Footsteps Trolley Tour, Magic Gardens, the Independence Park Hotel, and more. Check out Mary's "Gluten-Free Dining Guide to Philadelphia" at https://tinyurl.com/u6wv8erh and plan your visit to Philly at https://www.visit...
Big Weekly Blend - Celebrate Mid-October with Mr and Mrs Wild
October 16, 2023 03:05 - 1 hour - 104 MBFrom Frogs and Dogs to Apples and Mushrooms, this episode of Bg Blend Radio's "Big Weekly Blend" podcast is full of giggles and grins as we celebrate the mid-October with Steve & Karen Wilson. Known as "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville,' Steve & Karen own and operate The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in the Montford Historic District of Asheville, North Carolina. They also cohost Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every first Tuesday. Check out their B&B: https://www.lion-rose.com...
Cooking with Ruth - Homemade Pumpkin Soup
October 15, 2023 23:00 - 38 minutes - 31.6 MBPerfect for fall, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Homemade Pumpkin Soup that has a deicious Asian twist of flavor. See her recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2kchst 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 ...
Gregory Douglass - Palm Springs is Quality of Life
October 14, 2023 23:00 - 38 minutes - 32.5 MBFrom the big open blue skies and desert sunshine to a supportive and inclusive community, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show features Gregory Douglass who talks about the Quality of Life that Palm Springs provides visitors and locals alike. Along with being a noteworthy singer/songwriter and performer, Gregory is a writer for Boutiquely Palm Springs Newsletter for the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-publisher of https://www.thepal...
Jo Clark - A Taste of Yadkin Valley, North Carolina
October 13, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 26.8 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features food, wine, and travel writer Jo Clark who gives a fun overview of her wine tasting adventures in Yadkin Valley, North Carolina. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ucJRAuQb7M4 There are 44 wineries in the Yadkin Valley, and twenty of those are in Surry County which has its own wine trail, and is the place where the Yadkin Valley AVA got its start in 2003. Read Jo's article here: https...
Fall Adventures in Southwest New Mexico
October 12, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 27.2 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Thursday “New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association” Show features Becky O'Connor, co-owner of Casitas del Gila Guesthouses, which is nestled in the beautiful high-desert of Southwestern New Mexico. From hiking, bird and wildlife watching to scenic drives, festivals, art galleries, restaurants, and museums, hear about the fall events and activities you can experience in southwest New Mexico. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oqicHuuk24k A S...
Celebrating Girls Around the World
October 11, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBIn honor of International Day of the Girl Child, this Big Blend Radio panel discussion shines the spotlight on some of the challenges that girls face around the world while also sharing solutions, and ways to empower and inspire. FEATURED GUESTS: * SHETAL SHAH - A former educator and author of "Shakti Girls," a beautifully illustrated a collection of poems illustrating the stories of 13 unforgettable, powerful Indian women that reflect the diversity of India and its diaspora. More: htt...
Celebrate the Fall and Holiday Season in Costa Mesa, California
October 11, 2023 09:07 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Paulette Lombardi-Fries, the President of Travel Costa Mesa, who shares what to experience in the "City of the Arts" during the fall and holiday season. 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 pa...
Safeguarding the Clar Tree and Russian River Redwoods
October 09, 2023 23:00 - 40 minutes - 31.4 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features Jeff Stump, senior manager of land protection for Save the Redwoods League, who talks about how supporters from every U.S. state helped Save the Redwoods League acquire a 394-acre redwood forest in Sonoma County, California, named Russian River Redwoods, from the RMB Revocable Family Trust. The purchase of Russian River Redwoods is the next step toward safeguarding the Clar Tree, one of the county’s oldest and tallest coast ...
Guitarist Scott Holt of Foghat - Sonic Mojo Album
October 08, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 31.2 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio features Scott Holt, lead vocalist and guitarist for FOGHAT, who talks about his music career that includes being Buddy Guy's guitarist for 10+ years, working with FOGHAT, and their new album, "Sonic Mojo." WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Tbh_dT3NXmw "Sonic Mojo" is exactly what FOGHAT will be bringing to their loyal legion of fans on November 10 in the form of their highly anticipated and long-awaited 17th studio album—their first in seven ...
Big Weekly Blend Podcast - October Musings
October 08, 2023 18:23 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBFrom National Heroes’ Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day to National Salmon Day and National Dessert Day, this episode of Bg Blend Radio's "Big Weekly Blend" podcast features a fascinating conversation celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between October 8-14, 2023. FEATURED GUESTS: - Margot Carrera – Fine Art Nature Photographer - https://www.etsy.com/shop/margotcarrera/ - Shelley Whizin – Transformational Life Coach & Author - https://...
Linda Kissam and Robert Schueller - Freaky Fruit and Fall Produce
October 07, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 37 MBFrom Buddha's Hands and Rambutans to Pink Pumpkins and Baby Yams, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on freaky fruit and fall produce trends for 2023. Featured guests are Robert Schueller of Melissa's produce and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article with her suggestions, plus, check out Melissa's Lime Slime Punch Recipe, here: https://tinyurl.com/bdew2s46 WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EyJbcpWAZj8 Melissa’s specializes in bri...
A Conversation with Music Industry Veteran Steffen Franz
October 06, 2023 23:00 - 52 minutes - 45.6 MBThis episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Parks & Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) features music industry veteran Steffen Franz, founder of Independent Distribution Collective (IDC) which is celebrating 20 years of is a music marketing, distribution, and event production in San Francisco. WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/OXSVvMCmtP8 IDC has produced hundreds of live events in and around the San Francisco Bay Area and has execute...