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Welcome to the first official Big Blend Radio SOUL JOURNEY DOULA podcast, airin gevery third Thursday with with death doula Lea Brovedani. On this episode, Lea talks about the compassionate end-of-life planning and support services that death doula (or death midwife) provides.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/XbOxY80E_BY Hear about 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 completionsLearn more about Lea's work at https://souljourneydoula.com/ Follow her podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/2psm2v5r  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Alaska to Antarctica, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle is all about unique and epic cruise experiences to plan for in 2024. Check out Cheryl's blog about Cruising in 2024, here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/01/11/cruising/ 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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda takes us on a Colorado River rafting adventure in the Grand Canyon. "Rafting in the Wake of Georgie White - Woman of the River" is a Solas Award story in her book, "Lost Angel Unleashed."WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/v6D6iPy0rJI 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast honors Betty White's life and legacy. From the "Big Blend Radio Vault," hear Steve Schneickert recall some of Betty White's Hollywood History as well as other historic and notable funny ladies such as Phyllis Diller, Joan Rivers, Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett, Mary Tyler Moore, Carol Channing and Bette Midler.QUOTE OF THE DAY: "It's your outlook on life that counts. If you take yourself lightly and don't take yourself too seriously, pretty soon you can find the humor in our everyday lives. And sometimes it can be a lifesaver." Betty WhiteSONG OF THE DAY: "Oh Betty! (The Betty White Song)" by The WannaBeatles (2012). Listen: https://youtu.be/d_9TG-qwgKU?feature=shared  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate the festive Mardi Gras Season 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: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast celebrates National Boston Day plus a Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview with travel writer Charlene Peters about her "Revolutionary to Evolutionary" experiences in "Beantown." You can read her article about it here: http://tinyurl.com/2s55by9f QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Full of crooked little streets; but I tell you Boston has opened and kept open more turnpikes that lead straight to free thought and free speech and free deeds than any other city of live men or dead men." Oliver Wendell HolmesSONG OF THE DAY: "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" by Dropkick Murphys - https://youtu.be/x-64CaD8GXw?feature=shared FAMOUS & NOTABLE BOSTONIANS: Check out this big list on Wikipedia: http://tinyurl.com/2377vyf3 BOSTON MOVIE IDEAS: "The Departed," "The Fighter," "The Town," "Good Will Hunting" and "The Social Network." Plus, there's the TV series "Boston Legal."  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and lecturer David Kriso who talks about the many benefits of Amtrak travel. David's railroading spirit has taken him aboard the Strasburg Railroad in Pennsylvania, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Colorado, and to the top of Pike’s Pike aboard the Manitou Springs and Pike’s Peak Railway. Recently, he’s ridden on the Saratoga & North Creek and the Wilmington & Western Railroads. He enjoys traveling aboard Amtrak to wherever the rails take him. See his Amtrak stories on his site, https://dektraveljournal.com/ Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast honors National Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed every third Monday of January. Hear about some of this Nobel Peace Prize honored and civil rights movement leader's great acommplishments, plus a Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" excerpt from an interview with travel writer Debbie Stone about her experience on the Birmingham Civil Rights Trail (2017) in Alabama. Full interview and article here: http://tinyurl.com/59jz597t QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that." Martin Luther King Jr.SONG OF THE DAY: "Happy Birthday" by Stevie Wonder who wrote this song to advocate for the creation of National Martin Luther King Jr Day. Listen: https://youtu.be/RcVZfJO01NI?feature=shared BOOK OF THE DAY: "Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership” by HH Leonards. Info & Podcast: http://tinyurl.com/cb4pt5ta MOVIE SUGGESTIONS in honor of Martin Luther King Jr, from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences: http://tinyurl.com/58hcvmmm  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, award-winning author Michael J. Cooper discusses his latest historical fiction novel, "Wages of Empire." In the summer of 1914, 16-year-old Evan Sinclair leaves home to join the Great War for Civilization. Little does he know that, despite the war raging in Europe, the true source of conflict will emerge in Ottoman Palestine, since it's from Jerusalem where the German Kaiser dreams to rule as Holy Roman Emperor. Filled with such historical figures as Gertrude Bell, T.E. Lawrence, Winston Churchill, Faisal bin Hussein and Chaim Weizmann, “Wages of Empire” follows Evan through the killing fields of the Western Front where he will help turn the tide of a war that is just beginning, and become part of a story that never ends.Learn more at https://michaeljcooper.net/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate Sunday Supper Month (January) on this episode of Big Blend Radios BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, who also shares how to make his recipe for Pan Roasted Muscovy Duck Breasts. See his recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pan-roasted-muscovy-duck-breasts/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: "The table is a meeting place, a gathering ground, the source of sustenance and nourishment, festivity, safety, and satisfaction. A person cooking is a person giving: Even the simplest food is a gift." Laurie ColwinPUZZLE OF THE DAY: World of Wine online crossword: http://tinyurl.com/2unxm83e BOOK SUGGESTIONS: "The Art of French Cooking” by Julia Child, "The Joy of Cooking (1975 by John Becker, Ethan Becker, Irma S. Rombauer, et al.) and “Cooking with Love: Ventures in the New Israeli Cuisine” by Ruth MilsteinSUGGESTED VIEWING: "Julia" TV Series, "Julie & Julia" Film, and "The Art of French Cooking" with Julia Child.MUSIC TO COOK TO: "Home Cookin'" by Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "I'm In The Mood by John Lee Hooker, "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash, "Ducks on the Wall" by The Kinks, "Walk This Way" by Aerosmith, "Loving Cup" by The Rolling Stones, "Spill the Wine" by Eric Burdon & War, "Coconut" by Harry Nillson, "Banana Boat Song - Day O" by Harry Belafonte. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Stephen DiJoseph, a renowned Billboard-honored pianist, vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist. Hear about his partnership with Deko Entertainment (ADA/Warner Music Group) for his new record release, Songs Dreams Circumstance, that features 12 award-winning songs earning praise and recognition from critics and competitions. DiJoseph is reminiscent of such iconic and varied artists as Michael Hedges, Peter Gabriel, Keith Jarrett, Cat Stevens, and John Mayer. More at https://www.stephendijoseph.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel writer and editor Eva Eldridge joins us on this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show in celebration of January 13th being National Rubber Ducky Day! Hear all about rubber ducky history and pop culture around the world, and how they are used as fundraisers.QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Be like a duck. Calm on the surface, but always paddling like the dickens underneath." Michael CaineMOVIES & MUSIC:* "Convoy" 1978 movie and song by WC McCall - see trailer: https://youtu.be/SERnoR0jAu4?feature=shared * "Ducks on the Wall" by The Kinks: https://youtu.be/y2WqalhGWC8?feature=shared* "Rubber Ducky You're The One" by The Muppets: https://youtu.be/hBvtD6xs77g?feature=sharedRUBBER DUCKY online jigsaw puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/rubber-duck-fun/Keep up with Eva's writing: https://evaeldridge.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Rose Palmer who talks about her 10-day travel adventure with Iceland ProCruises. On this 10-day cruise, she experienced the major cultural and scenic highlights as well as some off the beaten path sights with knowledgeable local guides. Read her story here: http://tinyurl.com/mv7536p5Traveling the world is one of Rose Palmer's deepest passions which continues to add to her ever growing quilt of life experiences. She likes to focus her traveling lens on art, architecture, history, nature and soft adventure with a touch of luxury. Rose shares her award winning stories and photos on her blog https://quiltripping.com/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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of National Hot Tea Day (January 12, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features food, wine, and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Linda, a tea enthusiast, takes us on a delicious journey of tea experiences around the world and talks about tea and food pairings, gifts, destinations, and more. Keep up with Linda on her site https://allingoodtaste.info/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: “The ‘art of tea’ is a spiritual force for us to share.” Alexandra StoddardSUGGESTED RESOURCES:* Linda's article about Afternoon Tea at The Empress Hotel: http://tinyurl.com/5n78ss9u * Seven Pots of Tea Book, Podcast & Recipe: http://tinyurl.com/uukw44sn * Nepal Tea Collective Podcast: http://tinyurl.com/592yw5c8  * Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix: http://tinyurl.com/mtaesffr  MUSIC & MOVIES: "Tea for Two" movie and song, "Tea for the Tillerman" album by Yusuf/Cat Stevens.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring innkeepers Marjorie and Gene Trosterud, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on historic Sleepy Lobo Inn, a full service Bed & Breakfast that recently opened in the heart of Albuquerque! Plus, hear about what you experience in beautiful and culturally diverse Albuquerque while staying at the Inn which is just steps away from the University of New Mexico and historic Nob Hill, a stone's throw to the Bricklight District, two miles from Albuquerque's Downtown, a block from the free Rapid Ride, and a short 10 minute ride from the Airport. More: https://www.sleepyloboinn.com/ Listen to their previous interview on the restoration of their historic inn, here: https://youtu.be/4fu_9rnbM90?feature=shared Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of National Arkansas day (January 11), this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show features Tiffany Bertram, innkeeper and owner of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Hear about the Natural State's parks and destinations, music and movie pop culture, food, history, and more. Check out Tiffany's B&B here: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/QUOTE OF THE DAY: "The sound of the blues, rhythm and blues, country music, is what we lived for, black and white alike. It gave you the strength to sit on one of those throbbing Allis-Chalmers tractors all day if you knew you were gonna hear something on the radio or maybe see a show that evening." Levon Helm ARKANSAS BLEND MUSIC PLAYLIST:- YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/8yddwpn2- Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/56pevwyhPUZZLE OF THE DAY: Playing Cards Mural in Hot Springs online line jigsaw puzzle: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwzsmeRECIPES OF THE DAY: Breakfast at Tiffany's recipes for Green Chile Egg Bake and Coconut Banana Bread: http://tinyurl.com/yvwawx2cBOOK OF THE DAY: "The Vapors: A Southern Family, the New York Mob, and the Rise and Fall of Hot Springs, America's Forgotten Capital of Vice" by David HillMOVIES OF THE DAY: "Sling Blade," "Walk the Line," and "The First Boys of Spring." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edward C. Green is a medical anthropologist, former Harvard AIDS Prevention Project director, and former member of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward he discusses his memoir, “On the Fringe: Confessions of a Maverick Anthropologist," that shares his personal and professional adventures as a rebel researcher and intrepid traveler. "On the Fringe" is available on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/ydmvf52nFor more about Books Forward, visit https://booksforward.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of National Houseplant Appreciation Day (January 10, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features nature photographer Margot Carrera Margot Carrera Fine Art Photography & Design who talks with Nancy & Lisa about orchids, sacred geometry, the health and wellness benefits plants provide, and more. View Margot's photography and designer gifts at http://margotcarrera.etsy.com/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: “An orchid in a deep forest sends out its fragrance even if no one is around to appreciate it.” ConfuciusPUZZLE OF THE DAY is an online jigsaw puzzle of orchid blossoms. Photo by Margot Carrera: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/nature-connection-plants-and-parks/  MUSIC OF THE DAY is "Black Orchid" and "Journey Through The Secret Life of Plants" album by Stevie Wonder. Listen on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/bdfynakn Listen on Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/4emxx4nb BOOKS OF THE DAY: "The Secret Life of Plants" by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird, and "Hi Cacti: Growing Houseplants & Happiness" by Sabine Palermo - interview here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sabine-palermo-hi-cacti/ MOVIE OF THE DAY: "Adaptation" with Nicolas Cage - see: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0268126/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Upstate New York.  WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mW2i4tiq_Yw 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/ SAVE THE DATE: September 8-11, 2024 for the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) 2024 Professional Development Conference. Learn more at https://www.ifwtwa.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of International Creativity Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features Steve Piacente who shares how creativity is a key ingredient for the recipe of life. Hear about his books, life coaching practice, and new commercial photography venture. Steve Piacente is the owner of Next Phase Life Coaching, a novelist, photogragher, 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.” Steve’s books are available on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/3rn6et9u You can learn more about Steve's life coaching services at https://www.stevepiacente.com/ and view and purchase his photography at https://www.piacentephotos.com/ QUOTES OF THE DAY are:"Imagination is more important than knowledge." (Einstein)"You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club." (Jack London)MUSIC OF THE DAY is "Here's to Life" by Shirley Horne.MOVIES OF THE DAY: "Once Upon a Time in America," and "As Good as it Gets."PUZZLE OF THE DAY is an online jigsaw puzzle of a deer in snow, photo by Steve Piacente. See: http://tinyurl.com/2tjby55s  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Fahad Siddiqui, co-founder of Our Story Media Group that publish history books for kids promoting multicultural education and empathy. Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rugQ6ZZnmJI Our increasingly interconnected world demands a globally-focused education system for kids, which is why Fahad Siddiqui co-founded Our Story! With bright, colorful illustrations, the Our Story book series introduces kids to influential historical figures, many of whom are overlooked in Western curriculums. Written for children ages 8-12, Our Story books focus on historical role models such as Mansa Musa and Fatima Al-Fihri, inspiring kids to reach their full potential. Our Story is also partnering with CAMFED to fund a full day's education for a girl in need for each book purchased. Learn more at https://www.ourstory.media/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of National Fourth Grader Day that's observed every second Monday of January, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features Ivan Levin, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications for the National Park Trust, who discusses the organization's initiatives to introduce kids to parks where they can learn, play, and be inspired to become America’s strongest, most diverse generation of park stewards.One of their key programs is Annual Kids To Parks Day, a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. More at https://parktrust.org/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Of all the questions which can come before this nation, short of the actual preservation of its existence in a great war, there is none which compares in importance with the great central task of leaving this land even a better land for our descendants than it is for us.” Theodore Roosevelt BOOK OF THE DAY is "The Great Weather Diviner" by Rob Long and Andrew Dolberg. Hear their Big Blend Radio interview: http://tinyurl.com/5ews6849 MUSIC OF THE DAY is the new "Bearings" album by traveling composer Ben Cosgrove. Hear his latest Big Blend Radio interview: http://tinyurl.com/57cumfvk MOVIE OF THE DAY is Steve Schneickert's Hollywood History podcast on National Parks: http://tinyurl.com/2p9yhxsb PUZZLE OF THE DAY is an online jigsaw puzzle of Big Trees Trail in Sequoia National Park. See: http://tinyurl.com/uwu3a29d RECIPE OF THE DAY is a list of tips from cookbook author Ruth Milstein on planning a family picnic in the park. See: http://tinyurl.com/pkb8snv9  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show, transformational life coach Shelley Whizin shares advice on how to face one's fears and embrace the adventure of following your dreams. Read her article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/face-your-fears-to-move-forward-on-your-dreams/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/isV4JySxM4g 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates 17 years of podcasting, plus the Big Weekly Blend podcast expanding to become the Big Daily Blend, and themed show that celebrates holidays and observances, pop culture and historic happenings. FEATURED GUESTS:- Johnny Schaefer - Award-winning vocalist and songwriter who co-hosts Big Daily Blend every 1st Sunday. More: https://hearjohnny.com/ - Eva Eldridge – Travel writer and editor who writes various Big Blend publications. More: https://evaeldridge.com/ - Steve Schneickert - Actor, performer, and Big Blend Radio's Hollywood Historian. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/steve-schneickert-hollywood-history/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: “A work of art does not answer questions, it provokes them; and its essential meaning is in the tension between the contradictory answers.” Leonard BernsteinBIG WINDY MUSIC MIX Playlist:- YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/5n7b5szy - Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/3jdtawvj PUZZLE OF THE DAY: Big Windy Crossword Puzzle: http://tinyurl.com/46c38mpp RECIPE OF THE DAY is the Ultimate Black Bean Burgers by Chef Candy Lesher: http://tinyurl.com/36wk672x MOVIES & BOOKS OF THE DAY: "Gone with the Wind" and "The Wind in the Willows." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," focuses on the world of coral farming. Featured guest is guitarist and aqua-culure specialist Micha Schellhaas, owner of Desert Coral Ranch in Joshua Tree, California.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4aAJcrOtU4I Follow Micha's coral farming work at https://www.desertcoralranch.com/ or on https://www.instagram.com/desertcoralranch/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Loggerhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, and Chaco Canyon and Fort Union in Northern New Mexico. Hear about how these artist residency opportunities are perfect for artists of all mediums, from painters and sculptors to photographers, composers, writers, musicians, and more.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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From farmers' markets and agricultural events to farm-to-table dining, museums, botanial gardens, and farmcentric attractions and activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "California Sequoia Country" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses the farm and agricultural experience you can have in Tulare County.Featured Guests from Sequoia Tourism Council:- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber or Commerce - http://www.tularechamber.org/ - 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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast focuses on how Scottsdale, Arizona is becoming a Blue Zone Community. Certified Blue Zones Communities have populations with greater well-being, improved health outcomes, reduced costs, and increased civic pride, all of which support healthy economic development. More: https://bluezonesprojectscottsdale.com/Plus, hear about what's happening in the vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and check out Peggy's Dried Cherry Granola Recipe that she talks about: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dried-cherry-granola/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/u7YOWl-VDfQFeaturing 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: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique small weddings and elopements in Asheville, North Carolina. Hear about getting hitched on the Blue Ridge Parkway, a historic Victorian Mansion, a record store, and more, plus, romantic places that may lead to that special engagement! Featured Guests:- Steve & Karen Wilson @thelionandtherose2246 - 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 Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: http://tinyurl.com/3ewrb9b4  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia, who discusses some of the Vietnam War history of January 1966, including Operation Crimp which was launched by U.S. and Australian Army forces. Mike also discusses some of Henry Kissinger's decisions related to the Vietnam War. Along with over 20 other military history books, 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 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kick off the New Year and celebrate the first week of January, 2024 with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast. It's an inspiring and fun podcast chat that covers food and travel, pets, national holidays, music and pop culture, and much more. FEATURED GUESTS: - GLYNN BURROWS is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England as well as a family history expert. More: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ - ANGELA LAWS - Veteran global pet sitter and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/ - CHERYL OGLE - World traveler, travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel. More: https://heywannago.com/ - STEVE SCHNEICKERT - Actor, performer, voice over artist, and creator of Big Blend Radio's Hollywood History podcast segments. Check out these two features as discussed on this show:* Ellis Island: http://tinyurl.com/2re95dhc * Cartoon Birds: http://tinyurl.com/mr3j5vrr MOTIVATION MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: http://tinyurl.com/yc875y7k * SPOTIFY: http://tinyurl.com/4yw52mu3  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning author and poet Shelley Armitage returns to Big Blend Radio to discuss her new poetry book, "A Habit of Landscape." This collection celebrates the convergent meanings of habit and habitat, each sharing the root words, “to dwell.” These poems hold sensate moments—family experiences, inner revelations, transformative places. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-XwNOnSjRQg Shelley Armitage, a professor, writer, naturalist, and conservationist, lives in the Chihuahuan desert near Las Cruces, New Mexico. She is author of eight award-winning books, most recently "Walking the Llano: A Texas Memoir of Place," a Kirkus starred book cited as one of the best memoirs in 2017 and a finalist for the May Sarton prize, the New Mexico-Arizona book award, and the Collins P. Carr award from the Texas Institute of Letters. More: http://www.shelleyarmitage.com/ Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation who create unique artist residency opportunities in parks across the country. More: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Show features Resh Gala, author of "Vegetable Gardening Made Easy: Simple Tips & Tricks to Grow Your Best Garden Ever." WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-vQLZcyJPFI Out now thorugh Cool Springs Press, "Vegetable Gardening Made Easy," is a smart garden know-how presented by a professional kitchen gardener who has “been there, done that” and wants nothing more than to see you succeed. Filled with over 80 quick and useful tips, and organized in an easy-to-use format that doesn’t overwhelm, each page explains and illustrates an essential piece of core advice, offering plenty of eco-friendly information to lead you to success. The format is perfect for today’s time-starved gardeners! More at https://www.reshgala.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the progress of the Jefferson Highway Association's programs and initiatives, including the upcoming Annual Jefferson Highway Conference and Sociability Run. This international conference will be held in Alexandria, Louisiana from April 24-27, 2024FEATURED GUESTS:- ROGER BELL - President of the Jefferson Highway Association which 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. https://jeffersonhighway.org/  - ARLENE GOULD - Director of the Jefferson Highway Association and Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau! Natchitoches is the oldest city in the state of Louisiana and a popular destination on the Jefferson Highway. Plan your visit: https://natchitoches.com/  - MELISSA MAXWELL - Director of the City of Bonham, Texas' Visitor Center. Dating back to 1837, Bonham is one of the oldest cities in Texas and once home to the former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Sam Rayburn. More: https://www.cityofbonham.org/257/Bonham-Visitor-Information-Center The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT. Follow the show here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2ur6mr  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From minimum wage to paid sick leave, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Success Express" Business & Career Show features San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs who outlines the new 2024 California employment laws. Check out his article outlining some of the major law changes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-2024-california-employment-laws/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Jd5e_JW3DHsAs an experienced employment attorney Ward Heinrichs handles many types of e mployment claims, including: pay disputes, sick leave, discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, class actions, labor commissioner hearings, unemployment hearings and more. 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" focuses on what you can experience in Lake Placid, one of three locations in the world that have hosted two Winter Olympics (1932 and 1980). She toured three of the four Lake Placid Legacy Sites: Mt. Van Hoevenberg, The Olympic Jumping Complex, and The Olympic Center. The fourth is Whiteface Mountain, the site of the Olympic alpine events. Read here story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lake-placids-olympic-legacy-is-alive-and-well/ This is Part 2 on Debbie's Upstate New York feature. You can also see her story on Niagara Falls, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/explore-wondrous-niagara-falls-with-over-the-falls-tours/ Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-global-adventures-with-debbie-stone  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" focuses on what you can experience in Niagara Falls with Over the Falls Tours, a top-rated, family-owned and operated company since 1994. Niagara Falls’ unparalleled beauty and storied history is a magnet for tourists from around the world. They come to marvel at the grandeur and power of these spectacular formations, which straddle the U.S. (New York) and Canada (Ontario). Read Debbie's article and see her photos from her experience here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/explore-wondrous-niagara-falls-with-over-the-falls-tours/This is Part 1 on Debbie's Upstate New York feature. You can also see her story on Lake Placid, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lake-placids-olympic-legacy-is-alive-and-well/Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-global-adventures-with-debbie-stone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate Christmas and the Winter Holiday Season and End of 2023 with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast that ends with a special Christmas Hollywood History segment by Steve Schneickert! FEATURED GUESTS: - JOEY STUCKEY co-hosts every 4th Sunday and is an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/ - DIANE DOBRY is a travel writer, podcaster, and memoirist. More: https://hungarianaquarian.com/ & http://www.gettinghungary.com/ - GLYNN BURROWS is the owner of Norfolk Tours in England as well as a family history expert. More: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ DECEMBER & WINTER HOLIDAY MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://tinyurl.com/zkyy6bum * SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6kmz59v  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From jewelers to glass blowers, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who shares how artisans and craftsmen and women provide an authentic local experience in England. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-real-local-life-of-england-by-visiting-artisans/ Watch this Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8dfPVmh_YFg 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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Show features professor and award-winning author David Sedlak, who discusses his new book, “Water for All: Global Solutions for a Changing Climate." Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UMN9alDYvLk The current approach to providing water is failing to meet the demands of the growing population and the challenges brought on by climate change. In "Water for All," David Sedlak argues there are solutions to address global water shortages. He identifies the challenges including ineffective policies and outdated infrastructure, and also outlines the myriad of tools at our disposal to address the problem. David Sedlak is the Plato Malozemoff Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, and director of the Berkeley Water Center. He is the author of the award-winning "Water 4.0: The Past, Present, and Future of the World’s Most Vital Resource." More at https://ce.berkeley.edu/people/faculty/sedlak and https://sedlakgroup.berkeley.edu/professor-sedlak/ 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lea Brovedani shares insight on planning for end of life care. 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 support and tools to be fully present at the end. More at https://souljourneydoula.com/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/myiyfk4Esqs On Big Blend Radio every third Thursday, Lea's background is in emotional intelligence and trust leadership. She is an author, speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America. More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle is all about her experience Cruising the Christmas Markets of Europe including Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava! This is a follow up episode to our "Christmas in July" segment with Cheryl where she talked about the planning of the cruise, which you can listen to here: https://youtu.be/imKlF4LgO9c?feature=sharedCheck out Cheryl's blog about her Christmas Market Cruise here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/12/18/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-christmas/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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda reminisces about her adventurous horse-pack trip into the High Sierras, a story she shares in her travel memoir "Lost Angel Walkabout." The experience was also part of the inspiration behind her award-winning novel, "The Cowgirl Jumped Over the Moon." WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mpF7GEOnB7I 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded onsite at 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 and incredibly fascinating walking tour of the American Cemetery where he shares the life stories of those who are laid to rest there.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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features five board members who share the benefits of joining the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. They also give a brief overview of the 2024 IFWTWA Conference experience in upstate New York. FEATURED GUESTS: * Cori Solomon - IFWTWA President and Membership Chair. More: https://www.writtenpalette.com/* Amy Piper - IFWTWA Director & Publications Editor. More: https://followthepiper.com/* Kat Anderson - IFWTWA Board Member & Social Media Chair. More: https://coffeeandmascara.org/* Dave Nershi - IFWTWA First VP & Professional Development Chair. More: http://www.vino-sphere.com/* Debbra Dunning Brouilette - IFWTWA Board Member & Media Trip Chair. More: https://tropicaltravelgirl.com/For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show, Ruth Milstein shares tips on buying and cooking lamb, and explains how to make her easy and delicious Rack of Lamb recipe that's served on a bed of mashed potatoes with turnip. The recipe is featured in her Gourmand award winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine," and you can get it on our website here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/rack-of-lamb-with-mashed-potatoes-and-turnip/ Keep up with Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/ Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate December and Winter Holiday Season on this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG WEEKLY BLEND podcast that features a fun and festive conversation with four travel writers who chat about holiday traditions, food & wine, travel, music, family history, and more! FEATURED GUESTS:* LINDA BALLOU - Travel writer and author. Visit http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ and https://lostangeladventures.com/ * JO CLARK - Travel writer and photographer. Visit https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/ and https://recipestravelculture.com/ * KATHLEEN WALLS - Travel writer and author. Visit http://www.katywalls.com/ and https://www.americanroads.net/ * JAMIE EDWARDS - Travel writer and photographer. Visit: https://www.iamlostandfound.com/ DECEMBER & WINTER HOLIDAY MUSIC PLAYLIST:* YOUTUBE: https://tinyurl.com/zkyy6bum * SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6kmz59v Special thanks to The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Visit the store or shop online for gourmet holiday gifts and gift baskets: https://thepeanutpatch.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From museums and art centers to educational events and programs, this episode of Big Blend Radio features artist Victoria Chick who explains the importance and benefitsof supporting the arts. Victoria also 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. Follow the podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3an38624  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Northern Greece and New Brunswick, Canada to South Carolina and Texas, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA focuses on must-do travel experiences. Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DEyiuX1RkKQ  FEATURED IFWTWA TRAVEL WRITERS:* GAVIN BOOTH and his wife Karen started CoupleintheKitchen.com while on a wine-filled trip to Sonoma, California. Their blog is focused on building a strong relationship through frequent date nights, travel adventures, and recipes that they create together.*** See some of their stories as discusses in the podcast:- https://coupleinthekitchen.com/best-seafood-in-myrtle-beach/ - https://coupleinthekitchen.com/myrtle-beach-in-fall/ - https://coupleinthekitchen.com/25-top-date-ideas-in-frisco-texas/ - https://coupleinthekitchen.com/guide-to-fredericksburg-tx-wineries/ - https://coupleinthekitchen.com/virgin-voyages-food/ * MARNIE PATTERSON has written about technology for years and has expanded into travel writing. She was bitten with the travel bug while living in Belgium for a year as an exchange student. Since then, she's been to just about every country in Europe and is making her way through Asia/Pacific.*** See some of her stories about New Brunswick, as discussed on the podcast:- https://rovology.com/canada/scottish-for-a-day-at-the-new-brunswick-highland-games-festival/  - https://www.wanderwithwonder.com/experience-amazing-sea-kayaking-on-the-bay-of-fundy/ - https://rovology.com/canada/stonehammer-unesco-geopark-a-billion-years-of-geological-and-indigenous-history/ - https://travelbyvacationrental.com/beach-street-inn-luxury-meets-history-in-new-brunswick/ Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From skiing to art, dining, and festive celebrations, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on what to experience this winter and holiday season in Santa Fe, New Mexico. 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/  WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rLJ9jEJo5Uc Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.