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It's all about Embracing the Season of Change on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show with transformational life coach Shelley Whizin. WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oY-SJQhMzv0 Enjoy the podcast conversation and read Shelley's article about the importance of embracing change and how it can lead to personal growth and new opportunities. Article: https://tinyurl.com/yrmy2du6helley 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.

If you are a connoisseur of afternoon tea, you know how important it is to take part in high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria, B.C. From the lovely teacups steaming with exotic tea scents to the tiny bites of scones, desserts, and sandwiches, this is the ultimate elegant experience in the art of afternoon tea. Place your order, take a gentle sip of tea, and wait for the magic of afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress to begin.This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her high tea experience at the Empress Hotel. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/afternoon-tea-at-the-empress-hotel/WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Md7yjSkqNgQLinda 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.

Bay Area singer/songwriter Anna Karney returns to Big Blend Radio to discuss her powerful new full-length album "Creatures in the Garden" that channels her love for the planet and the beauty of the earth. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/z9Da4JCDJ8s Using themes of climate change awareness and respect for the planet as a focal point for her writing, "Creatures in the Garden" showcases an incredible blend of soulful and dreamy acoustic arrangements, easy indie rock beats, dusty distortion, winding bass lines, and astounding indie, emo, and shoegaze rock styles, all as KARNEY weaves images of nature throughout and incorporates a high-spirited positive message about finding solutions to our current climate crisis.Prominent musicians on the album include Jeff Herrera, Erik Smyth, David Doucet, Ronnie James Dio, James Deprato, Kevin White, Kyle Capistra, Bill Ortiz, Karl Perazzo, and Gawain Matthews. More: https://karney.bandcamp.com Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features acclaimed singer/songwriter and multiinstrumentalist Lisa Gee. Hear about her music, songwriting, and new EP "Shut It Down" that was produced and co-arranged by legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Cactus, Beck Bogert Appice; Ozzy Osbourne, and Rod Stewart), and features veteran bassist James LoMenzo (Megadeth, John Fogerty, Black Label Society, White Lion) and Don Mancuso (Lou Gramm Band, Black Sheep, D-Drive, Lips Turn Blue)."Shut it Down" offers a musical tribute to the human experience. Songs of love, hate, exhilaration, exuberance, and the inevitable fallout we are all forced to confront at some point in our lives, radiate from the record via its cutting-edge production, infectious rhythms, and powerful vocals. Gee delivers this to her listeners and more, in a compact celebration of enchantments, vicissitudes, and uncertainties. https://lisagee.rocks/ Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features jazz fusion drummer and composer Bob Holz who talks about his new jazz album “Holz-Stathis: Collaborative” featuring John Mclaughlin, Jean Luc Ponty, Darryl Jones, Randy Brecker, Elliott Yamin, Alex Acuna, Airto Moreira, Brandon Fields, Ralphe Armstrong, Billy Steinway, Dean Brown, Ric Fierabracci, Jamie Glaser, Ada Rovatti, Karen Briggs, Diana Moreira Purim, Ben Shepherd and Frank Stepanek. Featuring twelve new original tunes penned by Holz, Steinway, and Brown, this is Bob's 6th album for MVD Audio. Rob Stathis is the Executive Producer. The album is recorded and mixed by multiplatinum sound engineer Dennis Moody. As a drummer, Bob Holz has made a significant mark in the jazz world and here he expands his love of latin jazz fusion rhythms by teaming up with Brazilian percussionist Airto Moreira, Alex Acuna(Weather Report) and Joey Heredia. This album exemplifies Holz's reputation as one of the top players in jazz and fusion. In the past Bob Holz has played and recorded with Larry Coryell, Mike Stern, Stanley Clarke and Randy Brecker. Bob Holz endorses Paiste cymbals, Canopus Drums and Ahead Drumstics. http://www.bobholzband.com  Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/  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 Logegrhead Key in Dry Tortugas National Park, Hawai'i Volcano National Park, and Chaco Canyon and Fort Union in Northern New Mexico. Hear about how these artist resdency opportunities are perfect for composers, songwriters, lyricists, musicians, singers, and dancers. 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 the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson (1775) to the Tucson Museum of Art, historic Hotel Congress, and Saint Augustine Cathedral, Eva Eldridge shares what to experience within two square miles of Downtown Tucson, Arizona, including murals and public art, shops and dining destinations. See her story here: https://tinyurl.com/5x5r8n3m Eva Eldridge is a contributing writer for Big Blend Magazines. Along with travel and lifestyle articles, she also writes fiction and poetry. She was editor of the Tucson Sisters in Crime anthology, “Trouble in Tucson.” More: https://evaeldridge.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features a conversation with Dr. Diane Dobry who lives to eat, teach, travel, and tell stories. As an accomplished self-taught cook and writer who knows Hungary and Hungarian wines well, she has filled 50 years of diaries, and has extensive teaching and research experience. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PcUbAWsq9DcCurrently an online educator and freelance writer, blogger, podcaster, who worked for almost two decades in higher education PR, Diane made the shift to the faculty side of academia after experiencing the European work-life balance while living in Hungary as an English instructor. Her special interest in Hungary developed while doing research on television there in 2004, which, in a roundabout way led her to become an importer of Hungarian wines to the US. She’s writing a few books: her memoir, “Getting Hungary; Thirsty for Hungary,” a book on Hungarian wine basics; and most recently, family memoirs, including “Aunt Marie’s Diaries,” a book about her great aunt’s life based on diaries written from 1930 to 1941, and her grandmother’s stories called “Out of Ithaca.” Her websites include:https://www.gettinghungary.com/ https://hungarianaquarian.com/ https://discoverydaze.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Bob & Tiffany Bertram, owners and innkeepers of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast located near Hot Springs, Arkansas.Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is a lovely log-cabin style lodging destination that's beautifully situated on 62-acres of woodlands, in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains in Bismarck. There are walking trails to explore, an outdoor firepit, gardens, and a full-length front porch that provides an excellent bird watching vantage point. All rooms feature luxury bedding, private baths (2 with jetted tubs), and home cooked breakfasts. There is so much to experience in the area including the city of Hot Springs which is part of Hot Springs National Park, Garvan Woodland Gardens, Crater of Diamonds State Park, DeGray Lake State Park, Lake Ouachita State Park, Lake Catherine State Park, Magic Springs & Crystal Falls. On April 8, 2024, the solar eclipse path of totality will pass directly over Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast. Learn more and see the special packages available at https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Kathleen Walls who talks about her travel writing adventures, novels, and non-fiction books. A former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, Kathleen is the publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She currently resides in Middleburg, FL and has lived in Florida most of her life but travels extensively, mainly in the Southeast. Kathleen was born in New Orleans and goes back often to Louisiana. She has lived in Mississippi and Georgia as well. Sort of like the Johnny Cash song “I’ve Been Everywhere.”Kathleen is the author of numerous travel books, ghost stories, true crime and mystery novels, and more. She is currently working on the book "American Music: Born in the USA: A History of American Music." Find her books here: http://www.katywalls.com/ Keep an ear out for more of her guest appearances on Big Blend Radio and follow her travel adventures at: www.americanroads.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the new Ted DeGrazia exhibits "Scenes from the Revolution," "DeGrazia in Black & White," and "DeGrazia's Beggars." These will be on display from Sept. 1, 2023 - Jan. 24, 2024. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Say Goodbye to August and Hello to September with this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast that celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Aug. 28-Sept. 3, 2023, plus, the 6th Annual Joey Stuckey Alive Day that will be held on Sept. 29 in downtown Macon, Georgia. Featured guests on the podcast include musicians, singers, and songwriters Joey Stuckey, Pam Bedwell, Nick Malloy, and Tom Rule, who will all be performing at Joey Stuckey’s Alive Day, which is free, family-friendly, and also recognized in Macon-Bibb as an Official Day Of Celebration by the Mayor. The special event celebrates the day that Joey’s brain tumor was successfully removed. It was thought that he wouldn't survive the tumor or surgery, and that if he did, he would never walk or talk again. Though the tumor left him blind and with a host of other health challenges, he says “I am most gloriously alive and so grateful for the life I have and for my friends, family and for the gift of music!” More about Joey Stuckey Alive Day: https://www.joeystuckey.com/news/alive-day THIS WEEK’S MUSIC PLAYLIST* Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/5xzjutjr * Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mtww3pc3 SEE THIS WEEK'S READING LIST, RELATED ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES & MORE: https://tinyurl.com/mr3kftew Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Caernarfon Castle and Conwy Castle to Bangor Pier and the Eastern Point Lighthouse and Puffin Island, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who shares his vacation experience in Penmaemawr, Wales. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DkCb6FulrhcSee Glynn's story and photos, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-penmaemawr-wales/Glynn Burrows appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3umLearn 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 ecologists Adrienne Edwards and Rachel Schleiger, authors of "FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME: A Manual for Readiness in Wildfire Country."A must have for homeowners living in wildfire country, FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME is a hardworking guide to mitigating the risk of wildfire spreading to homes and property through the use of native plants and garden design. In addition to design recommendations and maintenance techniques, the book features an in-depth list of hundreds of native plants that have evolved to coexist with fires. Edwards and Schleiger diligently explore how and why these plants sustain wildlife and are powerful tools for defending homes from wildfires. Approachable and thorough, FIRESCAPING YOUR HOME is an essential guide to teach homeowners how to protect their property while cultivating a lush and attractive landscape.This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series that airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/Follow the Nature Connection Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/bigblendradio-natureNOTE: This episode was recorded before the Maui Wildfires. To help Maui's recovery through donations, volunteering, and providing services, please visit https://www.mauinuistrong.info/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Kansas and Missouri to Oklahoma and Louisiana, it's all about art on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show. Hear about folk artist Clementine Hunter and Caroline Dormon in Natchitoches, Louisiana, along with Kansas City and Missouri muralist Thomas Hart Benton and Eric Bransby, and acclaimed destinations like the Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee.FEATURED GUESTS:- ROGER BELL - President of theJefferson Highway Association - https://jeffersonhighway.org/- ARLENE GOULD - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau in Louisiana - https://natchitoches.com/- SEAN BARNEY - Executive Director of the Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee, Oklahoma - http://www.fivetribes.org/- VICTORIA CHICK - Artist & Art History Expert - https://victoriachick.com/Website & Article Links That Relate to the Conversation: * Thomas Hart Benton: https://tinyurl.com/4sm7c2vy* Eric Bransby: https://tinyurl.com/26tnfbrj* Clementine Hunter / Melrose Plantation: http://www.melroseplantation.org/* Caroline Dormon / Briarwood Nature Preserve: https://briarwoodnp.org/The Jefferson Highway Association was originally founded by the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT.The Big Blend Radio "Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CT. Follow the show here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2ur6mr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS business and career show features an expert panel discussion focusing on the pros and cons of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and how it is used in various industries such as the music and the arts, communication and customer service, agriculture, tourism, and technology for those who are disabled. FEATURED GUESTS:- Joey Stuckey - Blind guitarist, musician, recording artist and producer. https://www.joeystuckey.com/- Ward Heinrichs - San Diego employment attorney. https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/- Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery in Arizona. https://ldvwinery.com/- Johnny Schaefer - Award-winning singer-songwriter. https://hearjohnny.com/- Steve Piacente - Life coach, communication specialist, and author. https://www.stevepiacente.com/- Glynn Burrows - Family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 4-Day Self-Guided Tour of Lisbon and Sintra, Portugal that was put together through InnTravel.Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal, and as such, is a vibrant, multi-faceted destination with no shortage of places to explore. The entire city of Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is home to a combination of unique historic properties amid stunning natural scenery. Read Debbie's travel story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/4-day-self-guided-tour-of-lisbon-and-sintra/ Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gettysburg is a small town of less than 8,000 residents that attracts more than a million visitors who come to explore the Gettysburg National Military Park. As travel writer Jessica James shares on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, this small farming community became famous as the result of a three-day battle in 1863—but you don’t have to be a student of history to enjoy its rich history and small-town ambiance. Check out Jessica's article that outlines you can experience in Gettysburg: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/gettysburg-its-not-just-a-battlefield/Jessica James is an award-winning novelist who combines her passions for history and travel by exploring the back roads of America. Her blog Past Lane Travels has been named the #1 history and travel blog in the USA, and features places of historical interest as well as hidden gems she discovers during her travels. Follow Jessica’s travels and writing at https://pastlanetravels.comLearn 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.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who talks about goat cheese, figs, and how to make her delicious recipe "Happy-Herb Goat Cheese Garlic Bread." See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/happy-herb-goat-cheese-garlic-bread/Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Dogs & Authors, Manholes & Potholes, Wood & Waffle Burgers, and So Much More… this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Big Weekly Blend" Podcast was recorded from the Pisgah National Forest in Burnsville, North Carolina. Featuring writer and editor Eva Eldridge, this show celebrates the national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Aug. 20-27, 2023. THIS WEEK’S MUSIC PLAYLIST* Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/3nhrezv8* Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/axfaw96hSEE THIS WEEK'S RELATED ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-weekly-blend-podcast-aug-20-27-2023/Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blendMore about Eva at https://evaeldridge.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, artist Victoria Chick talks about the life, art, and legacy of award-winning artist and muralist Eric Bransby. He studied and made murals and taught art at Yale University, Brigham Young University, and University of Missouri-Kansas City. Read Victoria's article about Eric Bransby here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-life-and-legacy-of-artist-eric-bransby/Victoria Chick is a contemporary figurative artist and early 19th/20th century print collector based in Silver City, New Mexico. She appears on Big Blend Radio every 3rd Saturday. Follow the podcast: https://shows.acast.com/artist-victoria-chickSee Victoria's work: https://victoriachick.com/Special thanks to the City of Liberty, Missouri for the image of Eric Bransby’s mural in their Council Chambers. More about Liberty, Missouri and their murals at: https://www.libertymissouri.gov/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From India and Canada to Guatemala and Maruitius, it's all about Lake Destinations and more on Big Blend Radio's "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Featured Guests:MICHELLE FEDOSOFF is a writer and photographer who has travelled to 13 countries and is always on the look out to find unique and interesting things to do. From counting turtle eggs in Mexico to looking for tigers in India, eating Haggis in Scotland and pig snout in Spain, drinking Chai tea from street vendors in India to black sesame hot chocolate in Canada, she is willing to try almost anything once. * Michelle's Story featuring Lake Osoyoos in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley: https://tinyurl.com/mrx2ty7m SUCHETA RAWAL is an award-winning South Asian food and travel writer, author of 'Beato Goes To' series of children's books, and founder of the non-profit, Go Eat Give. She has personally traveled to over 100 countries across seven continents and writes about her experiences from her firsthand perspective. Sucheta’s mission is to promote meaningful and sustainable travel for the betterment of the global community.* Sucheta's Stories on Lake Destinations: - Dal Lake in India - https://tinyurl.com/ykz662h9 - Ganga Talao in Mauritius - https://tinyurl.com/ufwas6ds - Lake Atitlan in Guatemala - https://suchetarawal.com/category/guatemala/ Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses How to Rebuild Trust. As always, Lea's 5 Tenets of Trust (Caring, Commitment, Consistency, Competence, and Communication) are a main part of the discussion. See the Impact of Trust Infogarphic: https://leabrovedani.com/2019/10/the-impact-of-trust-infographic/Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London to Pub Fare and Sticky Toffee Pudding, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features travel advisor Cheryl Ogle who shares some of her favorite attractions and activities in London. See her blog about London here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2023/07/29/london-calling/On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark your calendar for the 17th Annual Natchitoches Car Show! Held from September 29-30, 2023, over 400 classic cars will line the streets of Downtown Natchitoches, Louisiana, plus there’s a poker run, food, live music, shopping, dancing, and kids’ activities.Giving us the scoop on all the event highlights, plus a glimpse on other fall and holiday festivities, featured guests on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show include: - Arlene Gould - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau- Jill Leo - Director of Promotions & Events for the Natchitoches Historic District Business Association, and Natchitoches Main StreetFounded 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 features pianist, composer, keyboardist, electronic musician, and conceptual artist Todd Cochran. The Automatic Man legend talks about his music and new album “From The Vault: Notes For The Future." “From The Vault” is structured around a sequence of recurring themes and develops as an unfolding tour of references, hints, and clues. This narrative exploration and foray into Cochran’s jazz, classical, and electronic music palettes is available now through Blue Buddha Productions at https://bluebuddha.bandcamp.com/ More about Todd Cochran's career and music: http://www.toddcochran.com/Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Air Waves and Lenses to Winged Wonders, this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast celebrates this month's national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Aug.14-20, 2023. This episode was recorded at Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs, Arkansas, see: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/MUSIC PLAYLIST* Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/4m85ckp9 * Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2t5hfwrjSEE THIS WEEK'S RELATED ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-weekly-blend-podcast-august-14-20-2023/Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking All Things Apples, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Jeremy Manley, Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro which is located in Wynola, just a couple of miles from Julian, San Diego's popular mountain destination. Julian is a historic gold rush town that is known for growing apples and peaches, and home to local wineries and breweries, eclectic and boutique shops, parks and outdoor recreation areas. Jeremy's on the Hill is known for serving innovative and fresh farm-to-table cuisine, locally produced wine and beer, as well as cocktails. More at https://bestrestaurantinjulian.com/ See Jeremy's "Monte de Julian" Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/fBlXUVUq-nE  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From a solo rereat or romantic escape, to a girlfriends getaway or family reunion, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on Women's Travel in Palm Springs, California. Featured guest is Kimberli Munkres who represents the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/ Follow this Big Blend Radio podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-palm-springs-sunshine-stays  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Elaine Masters who shares her experience in historic Ely, Nevada. This remote road trip destination lies along Highway 50, once claimed was the ‘loneliest road in the world.’ Ely has its charms as a pre-gentrified lodestone of historical color and Western culture. It may be unvarnished but year-round, it is rich in things to do and see.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/x11i0CRXCrM Read Elaine's story about her visit to Ely, here: https://tinyurl.com/3f5wjyhd An award-winning freelance travel writer, blogger, videographer, and founder of Tripwellgal.com, Elaine Masters covers mindful travel, food, overlooked experiences and destinations. Follow her adventures at https://www.tripwellgal.com/ Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Annual Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque and Burning of Zozobra in Santa Fe, to the Indigenous People’s Celebration and Hatch Chile Harvest Season, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on what to Celebrate this Late Summer and Early Fall Season in New Mexico.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/SM-34XvdyNM Featured guest is Ryan Miller, who along with his wife Jessica, owns and runs The Bobcat Inn in Santa Fe, New Mexico. See their beautiful property here: https://www.bobcatinn.com/  Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward - A SPECIAL BOOK LOVERS DAY BROADCAST - features Pushcart winning author Nancy McCabe who discusses her new young adult novel, "Vaulting Through Time."WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iE7fU9-XIO0 VAULTING THROUGH TIME: When sixteen-year-old gymnast Elizabeth Arlington and her ex-best-friend Zach find a time machine in an abandoned house, Elizabeth sets out to find answers to the questions nagging at her. As Elizabeth catapults through time, she encounters a mysterious abandoned child, an elite gymnast preparing for Olympic Trials, and an enigmatic woman who seems to know more than she’s revealing. Then when a thief makes off with an identical time machine, Elizabeth finds herself in a race to stop the thief before the world as she knows it—and her own future—are destroyed. More: https://www.nancymccabe.net/ More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward - A SPECIAL BOOK LOVERS DAY BROADCAST - features middle-grade author Kimberly Behre Kenna, who discusses the second installment of her popular "Brave Girls" collection, “Jett Jamison and the Secret Storm." WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/U-2PHgrxhTA “Jett Jamison” follows a pre-teen as she battles book censorship in her town along with a secret personal trauma. Hailed as “Speak” for a new generation, the story celebrates speaking up about the difficult issue of sexual assault while honoring the messy journey to finding one’s voice. Hear our first Big Blend Radio podcast with Kimberly about her first book in the series, "Artemis Sparke and the Sound Seekers Brigade," that promotes environmentalism, celebrating what makes you unique, finding your voice, and standing up for what’s right. Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3umfynvyMore about Kimberly Behre Kenna: https://www.kimberlybehrekenna.com/ More about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward - a special NATIONAL BOOK LOVERS DAY BROADCAST - features award-winning author Lynn Slaughter who discusses her writing process, and brand new adult mystery novel, "Missed Cue." WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/9NJi6mb9oGI "Mised Cue" finds Lieutenant Cailtin O’Connor in a theatrical mess when a prima ballerina fails to awaken during the final act of Romeo and Juliet. With multiple suspects, infidelity, and a twisted plot of romantic entanglements while also dealing with Caitlin’s personal love life, "Missed Cue" is a fast-paced Agatha Christie-style mystery that twists and turns to the final act.Winner of multiple awards including the Silver Falchion Book Award, Moonbeam Children’s Book Award, Imadjinn Award and recognized by the Agatha Christie awards and the CIBA awards, Lynn Slaughter is no stranger to creating captivating narratives shrouded in mystery. More: https://lynnslaughter.comMore about Books Forward: https://booksforward.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Deborah Wakefield of CityPASS, who shares how you can save BIG on the top attractions in Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, San Diego & Southern California, San Francisco, Seattle, and Toronto. Learn more at https://www.citypass.com/This Big Blend Radio show is in partnership with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Learn more at: https://www.ifwtwa.org/Photo: Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise — Cruise passing under the Golden Gate Bridge. Courtesy of Blue & Gold Fleet / CityPASS. 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 explains the various forms of military communication systems, especially during battles like World War II, Vietnam, and Desert Storm. Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest books are “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II”and “Coyote Recon: The Forgotten Wars of Colonel Jay D. Vanderpool.” More: https://mikeguardia.com/ Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday. Follow his podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-mike-guardia-military-history Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication has become more important than ever. However, it’s not just about exchanging words; it’s about engaging in conscious communication, and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Soul Diving Sunday with Shelley" show is all about.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PHMAow2DxIUShelley Whizin shares how conscious communication involves being fully present, aware, and intentional in our interactions with others. Enjoy the podcast conversation and check out her article that explores the significance of conscious communication and how it can help us build deeper connections. See: https://tinyurl.com/5ymeunr4Shelley 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.

From Lions, Lizards & Elephants to Books & Vinyl, this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast celebrates this month's national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings between Aug. 7-14, 2023.MUSIC PLAYLIST* Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdfskedr * Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2p9s95vz SEE THIS WEEK'S RELATED ARTICLES, PODCASTS, RECIPES: https://tinyurl.com/yckrftrm Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her tasting experience at Starbucks Reserve™ Roastery in Seattle. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_eLVjGbVf0YLocated in Seattle’s lively Capitol Hill neighborhood, and the original of the 6 now available to visit, this popular roastery is where guests taste the results of master roasters, mixologists, and baristas all working together to create flavorful, often unexpectedly artful expressions of coffee from rare, single-origin coffees. Read Linda's article about her experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/starbucks-reserve-roastery-in-seattle/Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Parks & The Arts" Show with the National Parks Arts Foundation features Leah Waybright, a life-long Her newest CD, “Dreamed” is out now and features members of Happy The Man, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Steely Dan. In this conversation Leah talks about her music, childhood in Gettysburg, and work in floral design and wildflowers, especially at The Wildflower Island at Teatown Lake Reservation in Ossining, New York.The common thread that connects Leah's many professions is her role as a Storyteller. Hundreds of lectures and the wide variety of special floral programs she has presented for Garden Clubs and Civic Groups are the most obvious examples of her Storytelling.However, her ability to tell a compelling story is not limited to words. Despite the instrumental nature of her music, her unique approach to composition and instrumentation means that each vignette reveals an unfolding and ever-evolving story rich with meaning. As a steward of the Earth, Leah’s creativity and mindset benefitted from the pauses in older projects, and the development of new projects, but throughout she consistently creates new music through improvisation and then hones it with a nurturing process similar to the way she cultivates her beloved plants and wildflowers. More: http://www.leahwaybright.com/ Special thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation: https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From visiting the iconic Giant Sequoia Trees and Fishing on Kaweah Lake and Lake Success to Viewing the Stars at the Dark Sky Festival or attending the Annual Dinuba Raisin Day Festival, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses on the end-of-summer summer experiences you can enjoy in the parks, forest, and local communities.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/UKAB7Qs15OMFeatured Guests:- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/- Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce. Info: https://www.dinubachamber.com/Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Arizona Wine Vacations, the upcoming Harvest Season, white wines, and wine terminology. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Their vineyard is in the Chiricahua foothills of southeast Arizona and their tasting room is in Scottsdale. More: https://ldvwinery.com/WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4hfughIezdcCheck out Peggy's Fresh Corn Salad Recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/nhdnav8zWine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From whitewater rafting, river tubing, and forest ziplining to local baseball games, music festivals, and special events for nature lovers, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on what to experience at the end of summer in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina.Featured guests Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville" are the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features blues rocker Lance Lopez who talks about his music career that started in Texas and Louisiana, and his blues-infused hard rockin' new album "Trouble Is Good" that's out now through Cleopatra Records. Featuring a whole host of stellar guest performers including drummer Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Foreigner), bassist Danny Miranda (Queen, Blue Öyster Cult), and Jack Daley (Lenny Kravitz, Little Steven and the Disciples) as well as keyboardist Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd), "Trouble Is Good" is much more than just a platform for Lopez to show off his impressive chops. The songs, most of which were written either by Lopez or by the album’s producer Joey Sykes, offer memorable hooks and surprising twists and turns. Check out the album and tour dates at https://www.lancelopez.net/ Special thanks to our friends Steve & Karen Wilson, aka "Mr & Mrs Wild," who own and operate The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina: https://www.lion-rose.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donovan Plant, a former San Francisco private detective who spent nearly two decades chasing leads and tailing cheaters before returning to his musical roots in 2011. Since then, he has released two solo records, and now with the band he formed in 2018, DONOVAN PLANT & THE LEAFS have recently released their new 3-song EP NIGHT FEEL GOOD.Blending rock, country, and pop with lyrics inspired by the city, DONOVAN PLANT & THE LEAFS includes drummer Lliam Hart (Information Society/Wire Train), bassist Mike Henry (Minus One) and lead guitarist Jason Rojek (Sugar Crash).More at https://www.donovanplantmusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, shares the musical legacy of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia who shared dual passions for art and music. The album "Please Remember Me" features the first recordings of original DeGrazia scores from the 1930s, which are performed by faculty at the Tucson Community Music School, Tucson Jazz Institute, and the artist’s son Domingo DeGrazia.DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. More: http://www.degrazia.org/This Big Blend Radio "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" podcast airs every 4th Sunday. Follow the show here: https://shows.acast.com/artist-ted-degrazia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded from a small hobby farm in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas, this episode of the Big Weekly Blend podcast celebrates musicians born in August, as well as this month’s national and international holidays, pop culture, and historic happenings.MUSIC PLAYLIST* Listen on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/2tr53x25* Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yuchm87xFOR RECIPES, PODCASTS & ARTICLES for this week's podcast, see: https://tinyurl.com/3sv7kfwp Airing every Sunday, this Big Blend Radio show is a companion production of the Big Weekly Blend digital magazine. Follow it here: https://shows.acast.com/big-daily-blend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features guitar legend Juan Carlos Quintero who discusses his music, management partnership with Amy Worthington of Inner Knot Records, and, upcoming album "Desserts," a delicious follow up to his album "Table for Five."A 30-year veteran, Juan Carlos Quintero has experienced multiple facets in the music industry as a recording artist, label owner, composer/publisher and TV & Film music executive. Producing and composing has been the forefront of a distinguished career while establishing a succession of critically acclaimed chart-topping albums in Latin Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, World Music and Smooth Jazz categories. Recognized as a renowned international jazz artist, Juan Carlos' signature-led guitar voice veiled over genuine original works serve as pillars of a unique global brand - fusing contemporary jazz stylings alongside authentic rhythms emanating from his native homeland, Colombia SA. More: https://www.juancarlosquintero.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, composer Steve McAllister discusses the music on his new album “I hope you are okay.” Featuring stellar players, the album is made up of ten songs, recorded primarily during COVID with everyone working from home. Says Steve, “It was a fun process: I’d write a song and form, send it to the drummer. It’d come back to me, I’d make a few additions then send it to Mike or Dave. Back it’d come, more tweaks, then on to the next person. Finally, off to the mixer. Then we’d go ‘round with the next one. Despite it being recorded in California, Arizona, Arkansas, Massachusetts, Texas, and England, it sounds like a band in a room.”On the album: Rafael Bernardo Gayol (Leonard Cohen, A-ha, Robbie Robertson) - DrumsMike Keneally (Frank Zappa, Steve Vai) - GuitarsDave Gregory (XTC, Peter Gabriel) - GuitarsDana Colley (Morphine) - SaxesDony Wynn (Robert Palmer, Robert Plant) - Additional DrumsMore: http://www.stevemcallistermusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's NATURE CONNECTION Show features David Scheel. PhD, who has been studying octopuses for more than 25 years, specializing in animal behavior. In his book, "MANY THINGS UNDER A ROCK: The Mysteries of Octopuses," Dr. Scheel shares his research, as well as that of other marine biologists, to show us much of what has been learned—and remains to be understood—about these fascinating sea creatures. As he explains, more than 300 different species of octopuses exist, yet their elusive behavior and the changing nature of their appearance make them difficult to locate, identify, and study. More: https://alaskaoctopus.com/ This episode is part of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Series that airs every 4th Friday in collaboration with Margot Carrera, a fine art nature photographer who is passionate about the environment. More: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ Follow the Nature Connection Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/bigblendradio-nature  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.